Design Thinking Quiz

Who is credited with developing the human-centered approach to innovation known as Design Thinking?

• Bryan Lawson

• David Kelley

• John E. Arnold

• Tim Brown

Which of the following is NOT one of the five phases of Design Thinking?

• Empathize

• Define

• Analyze

• Prototype

What is the main philosophy of Design Thinking?

• Cost minimization

• Human-centered problem solving

• Technology-focused design

• Risk elimination

Which professor was one of the first to explore the cognitive process behind design thinking?

• Max Wertheimer

• John E. Arnold

• L. Bruce Archer

• Bryan Lawson

The Define stage in Design Thinking focuses on:

• Creating multiple prototypes

• Constructing a point of view based on user needs

• Testing solutions with end-users

• Brainstorming new ideas

Which decade saw IDEO, under David Kelley, popularize Design Thinking?

• 1940s

• 1960s

• 1980s

• 1990s

What does a user-centered approach in design emphasize?

• Cost-effective strategies

• Real user problems and needs

• Technology limitations

• Competitive analysis

Which of the following is a key concept of Design Thinking?

• Risk avoidance

• Iterative process

• Single-solution design

• Strict hierarchy in teams

Which method is used in UX design to refine product design?

• SWOT analysis

• Brainstorming only

• Wireframing & A/B testing

• Process mapping

The book Productive Thinking by Max Wertheimer in the 1940s is associated with:

• Cognitive problem-solving

• Systematic creativity

• Management science

• Psychology in design