Wednesday, February 9, 2011

TODAY'S FIVE FACTS ABOUT MARKETING TO YOUTH

-30% of teens 13-17 admit to accidentally texting "I love you" to the wrong person at least once, finds TextPlus.

-Hispanic 16-17-year-olds are less likely than their non-Hispanic peers to text message with their friends at least once a day (49% vs. 64%), says Pew Research Center.

-Teenagers run 40% more yellow lights and have 60% more crashes while playing a racing videogame if they know their friends are watching, reports Temple University.

-70% of high school graduates go to college within two years of graduation, according to Harvard University.

-While on the road, younger drivers focus on moving objects, such as other cars, bicyclists, and pedestrians, whereas older drivers pay attention to line markings and road signs, says Volvo

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