Human Computer Interaction MCQs with Answers
Practice important Human Computer Interaction MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 37
Q981:
What is the main goal of considerate software?
A. To finish tasks faster
B. To meet user needs
C. To run efficiently
D. To ask for user input repeatedly
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 37
Q982:
How should considerate software behave when it encounters low paper supply in a printer?
A. Alert the user
B. Ignore the issue
C. Offer alternative printing options
D. Halt the task
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q983:
What type of functions should be placed adjacent to frequently used functions in software?
A. Critical expert functions
B. Harmless and simple functions
C. Irreversible functions
D. Frequently used functions
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 37
Q984:
What does considerate software do in idle time while users browse web pages?
A. Preload visible links
B. Clear cache memory
C. Perform diagnostics
D. Save documents
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q985:
Considerate software is _____ when it performs tasks that go beyond what is asked of it.
A. Smart
B. Proactive
C. Conscientious
D. Fast
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 37
Q986:
Considerate software _____ interrupts users with non-essential notifications.
A. Rarely
B. Frequently
C. Always
D. Never
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q987:
When software fails gracefully, it _____
A. Completely halts without warning
B. Saves data and prepares for recovery
C. Continues malfunctioning quietly
D. Reverts all changes
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 37
Q988:
How should software behave when it faces communication issues with hardware (e.g., printers)?
A. Ignore the issue
B. Notify the user
C. Resolve issues quietly
D. Retry the task indefinitely
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 37
Q989:
In what way can software exhibit ‘fudgeability’ in manual systems?
A. By rigidly following set rules
B. By allowing small mistakes to be corrected
C. By never asking for user input
D. By always requiring perfection
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 37
Q990:
Software that constantly asks "Are you sure?" is an example of _____ software behavior.
A. Considerate
B. Inconsiderate
C. Secure
D. Perceptive
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 37
Q991:
Fill in the blank: _____ software ensures tasks are completed even in the face of potential errors.
A. Conscientious
B. Fast
C. Secure
D. Simple
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q992:
Considerate software must show _____ to keep users informed about relevant updates.
A. Detailed logs
B. Contextual feedback
C. Error pop-ups
D. Debug reports
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 37
Q993:
What is a sign of inconsiderate software?
A. Frequent helpful suggestions
B. Rarely asking for user input
C. Offering too many choices
D. Anticipating user needs
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 37
Q994:
How should considerate software behave when a failure occurs?
A. Abort the task immediately
B. Try to preserve data and continue
C. Ignore the error and proceed
D. Ask the user to restart
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 37
Q995:
What characteristic helps avoid mistakes in considerate software?
A. Fudgeability
B. Rigidity
C. Complexity
D. Simplicity
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q996:
When should software ask for user confirmation?
A. Only when performing critical actions
B. Always
C. For any action
D. Never
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q997:
What is the primary reason for wasted cycles in computing?
A. Waiting for user input
B. Executing instructions quickly
C. Launching multiple applications
D. Performing background tasks
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 37
Q998:
In modern operating systems, how can wasted cycles be put to better use?
A. By closing all applications
B. By running a search in the background
C. By increasing processor speed
D. By limiting multitasking
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 37
Q999:
What does a pre-emptive, threaded multitasking system allow a program to do?
A. Execute multiple programs simultaneously
B. Perform extra work in the background without affecting performance
C. Increase processor speed
D. Shut down unused processes
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 37
Q1000:
What should a modal dialog box ideally do while the user is interacting with it?
A. Remain idle
B. Continue processing in the background
C. Perform a system update
D. Launch additional applications
Correct Answer:
B