Which of the following contributes to the challenges of operating a motor vehicle safely for novice drivers?

The challenges that novice drivers face when operating a vehicle safely often stem from their developing skills, particularly perceptual abilities. Immature perceptual skills refer to the driver’s struggle to effectively perceive and interpret the various stimuli present while driving. These skills include the ability to gauge distances, judge speed, and react to unexpected situations. Novice drivers may find it difficult to process multiple pieces of information at once, such as recognizing road signs, assessing the speed of other vehicles, and being aware of pedestrians or cyclists.

As a result, these limitations in perceptual skills can significantly impact a novice driver’s ability to make quick, appropriate decisions while driving, ultimately increasing the risk of accidents. In contrast, awareness of traffic laws, experience with weather conditions, and GPS navigation abilities are all skills that can be developed with practice and do not inherently pose the same level of immediate challenge as incomplete perceptual development.