Numeracy and format influences comprehension of car seat recommendations

Taken together, our results suggest that current manufacturer guidelines can be improved. They should be simplified by streamlining text and removing unnecessary visual aids, such as number lines.

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Journal of Safety Research
Published
2026-01-15
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsr.2026.01.005
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Safety Warnings and Signage
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Numeracy and format influences comprehension of car seat recommendations

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Numeracy and format influences comprehension of car seat recommendations

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Abstract

Taken together, our results suggest that current manufacturer guidelines can be improved. They should be simplified by streamlining text and removing unnecessary visual aids, such as number lines.

Journal of Safety ResearchVol. 96
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (US), The Ohio State University (US)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 90%
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