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Yes, hands-free does not eliminate conversational distraction.
Yes. Hands-free does not eliminate the conversation’s cognitive distraction. Speaking without holding the device differs from handling it: holding or manually operating a phone while driving is prohibited. Legally using a hands-free system does not guarantee safety. For a conversation requiring attention, first stop in a safe, permitted place.
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Yes, hands-free does not eliminate conversational distraction.
No, hands-free guarantees no loss of concentration.
No, talking never affects attention to traffic.
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