Human Computer Interaction MCQs with Answers
Practice important Human Computer Interaction MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 41
Q1101:
What should be avoided when using scales in a questionnaire?
A. Overlap in ranges
B. Consistent ordering of scales
C. Clearly defined range
D. Use of simple language
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1102:
Why might different versions of a questionnaire be necessary?
A. To make the questionnaire longer
B. To include more technical jargon
C. To suit different populations
D. To increase complexity
Correct Answer:
C
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Q1103:
What is a benefit of web-based questionnaires over email questionnaires?
A. Targeting specific users
B. Ability to include multimedia
C. Lower cost of postage
D. Immediate data transfer
Correct Answer:
B
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Q1104:
What does the heuristic principle "Visibility of system status" refer to?
A. Users are informed about system status
B. Consistent terminology is used
C. Errors are easily recoverable
D. Help information is accessible
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1105:
In cognitive walkthroughs, what is a primary focus?
A. Evaluating ease of learning
B. Assessing system security
C. Determining aesthetic appeal
D. Testing system performance
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1106:
What is a key feature of pluralistic walkthroughs?
A. Involvement of a multidisciplinary team
B. Focus on individual usability issues
C. Use of only one evaluator
D. Analysis of system performance
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1107:
What should be avoided when designing ranges for demographic questions?
A. Using non-overlapping ranges
B. Using equal intervals for all ranges
C. Overlapping ranges
D. Creating ranges based on user feedback
Correct Answer:
C
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Q1108:
Why might a questionnaire include a "no-opinion" option?
A. To increase the length of the questionnaire
B. To avoid forcing respondents into a choice
C. To reduce the number of respondents
D. To simplify data analysis
Correct Answer:
B
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Q1109:
What is an advantage of online questionnaires?
A. Responses are typically slower to receive
B. No immediate data validation is possible
C. Lower cost and faster data transfer
D. Need for physical mailing costs
Correct Answer:
C
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Q1110:
In a cognitive walkthrough, which question helps evaluate if the user will know what to do next?
A. Will the correct action be sufficiently evident to the user?
B. Will the system provide immediate feedback?
C. Are error messages helpful?
D. Are objects always visible?
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1111:
Which heuristic principle addresses the issue of consistency in user interfaces?
A. Match between system and the real world
B. Consistency and standards
C. Visibility of system status
D. Error prevention
Correct Answer:
B
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Q1112:
What does the heuristic "Error prevention" focus on?
A. Reducing the likelihood of errors
B. Providing extensive help documentation
C. Designing aesthetically pleasing interfaces
D. Ensuring error messages are detailed
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1113:
In pluralistic walkthroughs, who participates in the evaluation process?
A. Only developers
B. Users and usability experts only
C. Users, developers, and usability experts
D. Only usability experts
Correct Answer:
C
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Q1114:
Heuristic evaluation was developed by which expert?
A. Jakob Nielsen
B. Donald Norman
C. Ben Shneiderman
D. Alan Cooper
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1115:
What is a common problem with overlapping ranges in demographic questions?
A. It causes confusion about which range to select
B. It simplifies the data analysis process
C. It provides more accurate age data
D. It reduces the complexity of the questionnaire
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1116:
What is a key feature of online questionnaires compared to paper ones?
A. Higher response rates
B. Lower copying and postage costs
C. More complex data analysis
D. Faster response times
Correct Answer:
B
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Q1117:
In a cognitive walkthrough, what does the evaluators' documentation include?
A. Design changes only
B. Only positive feedback
C. Assumptions about problems, side issues, and results
D. Only the final results
Correct Answer:
C
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Q1118:
The purpose of a "no-opinion" option in a questionnaire is to:
A. Encourage more detailed responses
B. Allow respondents to skip questions they don't want to answer
C. Increase the length of the questionnaire
D. Include more response options
Correct Answer:
B
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Q1119:
What is a disadvantage of using email questionnaires compared to web-based ones?
A. Limited to text only
B. Lower response rates
C. Higher cost of postage
D. Limited flexibility in design
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 41
Q1120:
How many evaluators are typically needed for heuristic evaluation to identify most usability problems?
A. One
B. Two
C. Five
D. Seven
Correct Answer:
C