Which of the following implications does NOT properly reflect the cost of mental rotation (FORT costs)?
A) track up maps are preferred to north up maps
B) the "you are here" map should never be rotated from north up
C) forward mental rotation is less difficult than rotation "around the side"
D) we have little difficulty using a "you are here" map even if it is mounted vertically

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The cost of mental rotation (FORT costs) suggests that people find it easier to understand maps and spatial representations when they align with their current perspective or require minimal mental rotation. Therefore, the statement that "the 'you are here' map should never be rotated from north up" does not properly reflect the cost of mental rotation, as rotating such maps to align with the user's current perspective can actually reduce the cognitive load and make them easier to understand.

Which of the Following Implications Does NOT Properly Reflect the Cost