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Science Confirms the Obvious: Cell Phones Distract Drivers

Brain imaging study shows that drivers engaged in cellphone conversations, hands-free or otherwise, are more prone to accidents and driving violations

Neuroscientists have proven yet again that using a cell phone impairs ones ability to stick to the yellow line. The authors of the Carnegie Mellon University study, which is upcoming in the journal Brain Research, admit that multitasking in this way intuitively seems dangerous—then go on to list 23 behavioral studies that prove even hands-free devices affect driving performance. So whats the big news?

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