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What did health officials advise TV owners with General Electric TVs in the 1960s?
To not sit too close to the TV
What was the reason behind the advice not to sit too close to General Electric TVs in the 1960s?
High levels of radiation emitted by the TVs
Why were General Electric TVs in the 1960s emitting excessive x-rays?
As a result of a factory error
What action was taken to resolve the issue with General Electric TVs emitting excessive x-rays?
Recall and fixing the TVs
Why do some people still believe that sitting close to a TV is bad for eyesight even though it's no longer true?
The influence of past beliefs and myths
Explore the history behind the myth that sitting close to the TV can harm your eyesight, and learn about a specific incident in the 1960s involving General Electric TVs emitting excessive radiation. Test your knowledge on this common misconception!
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