Young Drivers Risk Perception in risky driving
Young Drivers Risk Perception in risky driving
Abstract: Young drivers consider whether their close peers and social norm will be acceptable when they make decisions to engage risky driving behavior. The study measured young drivers’ social norm and legal information toward risky driving behaviors (e.,g texting while driving) by a scenario-based survey. The study revealed that 1) Young driver's underlying social norms remain that taking the risk might be acceptable from their close peers, 2) There is a knowledge gap of legal information toward this risky behavior, such as understanding the state's penalty.
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