ABSTRACT

The present study aimed to document the psychometric properties of a recently declassified map reading test used in World War II, known as the Spatial Orientation Test (SOT), which measures mostly the ability to match map and aerial images. We also examined the influence of timing conditions and sex of the participants as correlates of performance. A total of 101 participants (41 males, 60 females) completed the SOT, along with other spatial tests and spatial affect scales (tapping spatial anxiety and confidence). Results showed a significant male advantage on this rediscovered map reading test. Additionally, timing affected overall performance but not the magnitude of sex differences. Finally, significant correlations were found between the SOT and other spatial tests and scales. The processes underlying this test and its potential for future use are discussed.

摘要

本研究旨在记录第二次世界大战中最近被解密的地图阅读测试的心理测量特性，即空间定向测试（SOT），该测试主要测量匹配地图和航拍图像的能力。我们还检查了时机条件和参与者性别的影响，将其与绩效相关。共有101位参与者（男性41位，女性60位）完成了SOT，以及其他空间测试和空间影响量表（挖掘空间焦虑和自信心）。结果显示，在此重新发现的地图阅读测试中，男性具有明显优势。此外，时间安排会影响整体表现，但不会影响性别差异的大小。最后，在SOT与其他空间测试和尺度之间发现了显着的相关性。