Problem Solving

What was the primary goal in designing the first Apple computer mouse?

• To make it compatible with all computers

• To include as many buttons as possible

• To reduce its production cost and make it reliable

• To make it wireless

What significant change did IDEO make in their focus around 2001?

• Returning to traditional industrial design

• Focusing solely on computer accessories

• Designing exclusively for Apple

• Shifting from product design to designing experiences and systems

What is the first step in IDEO's design process?

• Observing the world and asking questions

• Creating a prototype

• Marketing the product

• Choosing the right materials

What was used to create the first prototype of the Apple mouse?

• A roll-on deodorant stick and a butter dish

• Clay and wires

• Plastic molds

• Computer simulations

Why is storytelling considered an important part of the design process?

• It assists in the manufacturing process

• It's only necessary for advertising

• It's crucial for explaining why an idea is interesting

• It helps in securing patents

Which of the following is a benefit of effective brainstorming?

• It prolongs the design process

• It limits creative thinking

• It encourages collaboration

• It finalizes the project budget

What is the significance of brainstorming in the graphic design process?

• It finalizes the project cost

• It generates a wide range of ideas

• It selects the final design

• It reduces the need for research