Human Computer Interaction MCQs with Answers
Practice important Human Computer Interaction MCQs with answers and explanations.
Multiple Choice Questions
Q211: The Gestalt theory critiques which problem-solving approach?
- A: Insight-based problem solving
- B: Trial and error
- C: Problem space theory
- D: Analogical mapping
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B
Q212: The problem-solving approach that involves generating problem states using legal operators is known as ________.
- A: means-ends analysis
- B: gestalt theory
- C: problem space theory
- D: analogical mapping
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C
Q213: In analogy problem solving, which of the following is true?
- A: The solution is always obvious without analogies
- B: Analogical mapping involves transferring knowledge from a known domain to a new problem
- C: Problem-solving is hindered by focusing on new problems
- D: Analogical mapping is irrelevant in problem-solving
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B
Q214: Which heuristic involves comparing the initial state with the goal state?
- A: Problem space theory
- B: Means-ends analysis
- C: Gestalt theory
- D: Skill acquisition
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B
Q215: Who first developed the term 'mental model'?
- A: Donald Norman
- B: Kenneth Craik
- C: Johnson-Laird
- D: Donald Norman
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B
Q216: What does the valve theory of thermostats suggest?
- A: Thermostats control the time the device is on
- B: Thermostats control the amount of heat output
- C: Thermostats regulate the speed of the heating device
- D: Thermostats maintain a constant temperature regardless of the setting
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B
Q217: In cognitive psychology, mental models are typically constructed to make _______.
- A: Inferences
- B: Images
- C: Judgments
- D: Predictions
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D
Q218: According to the content, why might people press the elevator button multiple times?
- A: They believe it will make the elevator arrive faster
- B: They want to ensure the elevator arrives faster
- C: They think the button is broken
- D: They believe it will make the lights change faster
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A
Q219: What is the main issue with people’s mental models of interactive devices according to research?
- A: They are too complex
- B: They are based on superstition and incomplete knowledge
- C: They are based on scientific facts
- D: They are usually accurate and complete
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B
Q220: A mental model helps people _______ about an external event before carrying out an action.
- A: predict
- B: visualize
- C: calculate
- D: estimate
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A