When I walk to school, I use mental maps to figure out the quickest way. I usually start by imagining the path from my home to the school, then adding in turns and features along the way. Once I have a rough map in my head, I can figure out how far it is and how many calories I’ll burn walking that distance.
I also use mental maps when planning trips to the grocery store or the mall. I might start by picturing all of the different parts of the store, then figuring out which items I need and how much they cost. I can also mentally chart out the fastest route from my house to the store, taking into account traffic congestion and any curves or hills on the way.
Mental maps also come in handy when I want to remember something important. For instance, last semester I