The effect of noise on motor task functioning among young motorcyclist: A controlled experiment

Motorcycle is a complex machine, and its riding requires mental alertness along with mind body coordination. On the road, motorcyclists are subjected to excessive level of noise (> 90 dBA). High exposure can impair motor task functioning. The assessment (dexterity) under has not been examined formerly as well their psychological health profiling. Therefore, this study aimed investigate effects noise-induced functioning among young (19 – 24 yrs.). controlled laboratory experiment was conducted on undergraduate university ( n = 60; 30 males, females). Two groups were formed experimental (Exp-G; 30) (Con-G; 30). Exp-G operated activity test 85-90 dBA motorcycle exposure, while Con-G exposed (65 dBA) levels. sound concurrently by calibrated (114 Sound Level Meter. Purdue Pegboard battery used measure consisting four subtests (Dominant Hand; Non-Dominant Both Hands; Assembly). Independent sample t -test across all examine comparison effect function between Con-G, amongst genders. Result showed that had significantly good quality presentation p < 0.05) in compared Exp-G. Gender differences found statistically significant > 0.05). Based mean values, male participants performed better high levels than females, females better. results demonstrated decreased (Exp-G). it concludes on-road hinder contribute reaction time excruciating hazardous position.