DEVIANT AND CONFORMING MOTORIST BEHAVIOR AT A FOUR-WAY STOP

Abstract

One hundred observations of motorist behavior at a four-way stop revealed
frequent deviant behavior, i. e. the motorists often violated the rules/laws for the
four-way stop situation. Specific examples of how these violations occurred are
provided. Possible explantions are presented, including possible cultural differences
in driving in this USA border town near Mexico.