Mary, a hygienist who failed the NC State Board Exam, can apply for a provisional license in NC after working full-time in VA. What is true regarding her situation?

In this scenario, the correct option indicates that Mary cannot apply for a provisional license due to her previous failure of the NC State Board Exam. In many states, including North Carolina, a valid licensure examination passage is required to be eligible for any form of licensing, including provisional licenses. Failure to pass the exam usually disqualifies an applicant from holding any license until they successfully complete the examination process.

Furthermore, while working in Virginia may provide her with valuable experience, it does not alter the implications of her previous attempt at the examination in North Carolina. For someone in her position to be granted a provisional license, they would typically need to demonstrate that they have successfully completed all licensing examinations required by the state they are applying to.

This understanding underscores the importance of passing required licensing examinations before attempting to practice, as well as the regulatory frameworks that govern licensing in dental hygiene across different states.