Which store layout principle is considered essential when adapting retail spaces for different geographic markets?

Store layouts vary significantly across different geographic regions to accommodate local shopping behaviors and preferences. From the spacious North American big-box stores to compact European urban shops, retailers must adapt their physical spaces to maximize sales potential in each market. This trivia question explores a fundamental principle that successful global retailers follow when designing store layouts across diverse geographic markets.

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The decompression zone (entry area) should always be positioned on the right side of the store entrance
The 'path of travel' should account for local directional reading patterns (left-to-right vs. right-to-left)
High-margin products must always be positioned at eye level regardless of the country's average height demographics
Checkout counters should be standardized globally at 36 inches high for operational consistency