Topic 7 Review

What is the essential idea behind User-Centered Design?

• Users are responsible for designing the product.

• Users have a central role in evaluating whether the product meets their wants and needs.

• Designers create products based on their own preferences.

• The design process is focused solely on aesthetics.

In the context of User-Centered Design, what does usability refer to?

• The visual appeal of a product.

• How easy it is to use a product or system.

• The cost-effectiveness of a product.

• The speed at which a product is developed.

Which of the following is a method designers can use to gather user requirements?

• Brainstorming sessions.

• Observation.

• Market analysis.

• Financial forecasting.

Why is it important for designers to engage with potential users frequently during the design process?

• To ensure the product is completed on time.

• To understand users' prior knowledge, experiences, and psychological responses.

• To reduce production costs.

• To increase the number of features in the product.

What does the iterative process in User-Centered Design involve?

• Designing a product once and launching it immediately.

• Continuously refining and improving the design based on user feedback and testing.

• Ignoring user feedback to maintain the original design.

• Focusing only on the final stages of design.

What role does empathy play in User-Centered Design?

• It allows designers to ignore user feedback.

• It helps designers understand and share the feelings of users.

• It is used to increase the technical complexity of a product.

• It focuses on reducing the cost of production.

Which of the following is NOT a method for gathering user requirements?

• Interviews.

• Surveys.

• Financial audits.

• Focus groups.

What is a key benefit of involving users in the design process?

• It guarantees the product will be cheaper.

• It ensures the product aligns with user needs and expectations.

• It allows designers to work independently.

• It speeds up the design process.

Which of the following best describes the concept of usability?

• The number of features a product has.

• The ease with which a user can learn to use a product.

• The aesthetic appeal of a product.

• The cost of a product.

What is one advantage of using interviews to gather user requirements?

• They are the cheapest method available.

• They provide in-depth insights into user needs and preferences.

• They require no preparation.

• They can be conducted without any interaction with users.