Response preferences in display-control relationships

Abstract

"The experiment was directed at the determination of response preferences under varied conditions. Using a group-administered paper-and-pencil test, three responses from each 679 Ss were obtained for three different control devices (rotary knob, push-pull, and lever) which were arranged on three different planes. The display was held constant and responses were obtained for desired signal movements of right, left, up, and down. The results indicate that response preferences do exist. These preferences are found under certain conditions, and vary with the control, the plane, and the desired signal movement." (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)