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1. Age differences in the interpretation of misaligned 'You-Are-Here' maps

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Aubrey, Jocelyn B., Li, Karen Z.H., and Dobbs, Allen

Subjects
Sex differences -- Psychological aspects, Signage -- Usage, Mental representation -- Evaluation, Aged -- Testing, Health, Seniors
Abstract

Old adults find it difficult to navigate in large complexes that have 'You-Are-Here' (YAH) boards that are not properly aligned when compared to simple boards. Women were slow and inefficient in comprehending and navigating according to the directions in the YAH boards. It is essential to align YAH boards in a simple manner to enable youngsters and adults to follow it with ease.

Published
1994

2. Age differences in the interpretation of misaligned `You-Are-Here' maps.

Author

Aubrey, Jocelyn B. and Li, Karen Z. H.

Subjects
*AGE factors in cognition, *MAP reading
Abstract

Focuses on the importance of appropriate alignment of `You-Are-Here' maps with the environment for the successful fulfillment of searching in adults. Use of two map orientations; Ease in interpretation of maps aligned with the environment.

Published
1994
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