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Which of the following is NOT a principle of User-Centered Design (UCD)?

• Early User and Task Focus
• Iterative Design
• Empirical Measurement
• Ignoring User Feedback

Answer explanation

Ignoring user feedback goes against UCD principles.

What is the purpose of the Heuristic Evaluation method in HCI?

• To analyze system performance under heavy load
• To evaluate user interfaces against established usability principles
• To test system security vulnerabilities
• To measure the speed of an application

Answer explanation

Heuristic Evaluation assesses usability based on established principles.

Which of the following is an example of a 'Primary User' in HCI?

• A software developer designing a system
• A manager overseeing a product
• A customer directly interacting with a web application
• A stakeholder investing in a project

Answer explanation

A Primary User is someone who directly interacts with the system.

Which of these is NOT a phase in the Design Thinking Process?

• Empathize
• Define
• Evaluate
• Prototype

Answer explanation

Evaluate is not a phase in the Design Thinking Process.

What is the main goal of usability testing?

• To determine whether a system is secure
• To check if the interface meets user needs and expectations
• To validate business requirements
• To assess the code quality of an application

Answer explanation

The goal of usability testing is to ensure the interface meets user needs.

The DECIDE framework in HCI evaluation stands for:

• Define, Examine, Collect, Implement, Deliver, Evaluate
• Develop, Explore, Create, Implement, Deliver, Evaluate
• Determine, Explore, Choose, Identify, Decide, Evaluate
• Decide, Evaluate, Check, Implement, Develop, Examine

Answer explanation

DECIDE stands for Determine, Explore, Choose, Identify, Decide, Evaluate.

What is the first phase in the Design Thinking process?

• Empathize
• Define
• Ideate
• Prototype

Answer explanation

The first phase is Empathize, where user needs are researched.

Which evaluation method involves direct user interaction in real-world conditions?

• Lab-based Testing
• Field Testing
• Usability Testing
• Expert Review

Answer explanation

Field Testing evaluates user interaction in real-world conditions.

Who proposed the Heuristic Evaluation method?

• Jakob Nielsen
• Alan Cooper
• Donald Norman
• Steve Krug

Answer explanation

Jakob Nielsen proposed Heuristic Evaluation.

What is a key advantage of Iterative Design?

• Allows for one-time testing
• Ensures user feedback is implemented
• Requires a complete redesign
• Provides early detection of issues

Answer explanation

Iterative Design allows for continuous improvement based on testing.