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Age differences in the interpretation of misaligned "you-are-here" maps
Author(s)Jocelyn B Aubrey, Karen Z H Li, Allen R Dobbs
Journal titleThe Journals of Gerontology, vol 49, no 1, January 1994
Pagespp P29-P31
KeywordsCognitive processes ; Signs ; Orientation.
AnnotationThis study showed that maps not aligned to match the user's direction of view caused older adults to take more time and to be less accurate, which can cause problems in getting about in unfamiliar places.
Accession NumberCPA-940215003 A
ClassmarkDA: UH: 5MA

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