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Researchers like those at Harvard Medical School use large datasets, such as national crash statistics, to identify patterns and correlations. They look for links between specific events, like major album releases, and changes in accident rates. This helps them understand contributing factors to road safety, as seen in the study's findings about distracted driving.
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