Research suggests that talking on a cell phone while driving ______.

A) does not cause errors or slow reaction time
B) does not slow reaction time any more than does listening to the radio
C) causes significantly more errors and slows reaction time significantly more than listening to the radio.
D) does not impair driving as long as the driver is using a "hands-free" telephone

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matthew williams · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Research has consistently shown that talking on a cell phone while driving, whether hands-free or not, can significantly impair driving ability by causing more errors and slowing reaction time more than simply listening to the radio. This is due to the cognitive distraction that cell phone conversations introduce.

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