| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11025393 | Vision Research | 2018 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
Cognitive load influenced two phases of search: 1) scanning times and 2) verification times. Under high load, fixation durations were longer and re-fixations of distracters were more common. In terms of scanning strategy, we replicated Gilchrist and Harvey's (2006) findings of more systematic search for structured arrays than unstructured ones. We also found an effect of cognitive load on this aspect of search but only in structured arrays. Our findings suggest that our eyes, by default, produce an autonomous scanning pattern that is modulated but not completely eliminated by secondary cognitive load.
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Authors
Steven William Savage, Douglas D. Potter, Benjamin W. Tatler,