The Effects of Death Tool Information on American Highways

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The federal highway administration sent out a mamo early 20 21, saying that displaying death tool information was not an appropriate way to use these signs. The studys really highlights have seemingly innocuous nudges, which are increasingly used by ments to try and change behavior, can sometimes back fire. We'll see you back here to morrow.

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