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Researchers find unhealthy sound levels in some toys

Seeded on Sun Jan 1, 2012 11:40 PM EST
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That loud toy under the Christmas tree might do more than drive parents crazy.

Researchers at the University of California-Irvine have found that some toys, if held close enough, can reach decibel levels similar to a subway train or a chain saw.

The medical researchers measured the loudness of 10 popular toys from next to their speakers and from 12 inches away, the estimated length of a toddler's outstretched arm.

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Those of you with children may be interested in this article.

    Reply#1 - Sun Jan 1, 2012 11:44 PM EST
    Grisham

    *Grisham holding a loud toy near his ears*

    Maybe I can block out the sound of the wife and kids?

      Reply#2 - Mon Jan 2, 2012 1:53 AM EST
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