Question 1

Topics for the human factors psychologists do NOT include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Personal interview techniques are more related to the field of counseling or social psychology, and are not necessarily within the scope of human factors psychology. The other choices (augmented cognition, slips and falls, visual display design) are commonly addressed topics in human factors psychology.

Question 2

The type of psychologists who help design many of the tools we rely on each day,such as "user­friendly" computers,home appliances,digital cameras,airplane controls,and traffic signals are called _______ psychologists.

Accepted Answer

Human factors psychologists focus on designing systems and products that are easy and safe for people to use. They use knowledge of human behavior, perception, and cognition to improve the design of everyday objects and technology.

Question 3

Jason is a psychologist who makes machine displays easy to perceive,controls easy to use,and minimizes errors on the job due to the design of machines.Jason is a _______ psychologist.

Accepted Answer

The description of Jason's job suggests that he is a human factors psychologist, also known as an engineering psychologist. This field focuses on the interaction between humans and machines, with a goal of improving the design and usability of technology. This involves considering factors such as perception, attention, memory, and decision-making to optimize the user experience and minimize errors. Cybernetic psychology focuses on the feedback and control processes in human-machine systems, while behavioral psychology examines how behavior is shaped by environmental factors. Psychophysiological psychology studies the relationship between physiological processes and behavior. While all of these fields may be relevant to human-machine interactions, the description of Jason's work specifically points to human factors psychology.

Question 4

Augmented cognition,intercepting moving objects,situation awareness,and user-centered design would be topics of interest for persons working in the field of

Accepted Answer

Augmented cognition, intercepting moving objects, situation awareness, and user-centered design are all topics within the field of human factors psychology, which focuses on optimizing the design of products, systems, and environments for human use and safety. Behavioral psychology is more focused on understanding human behavior and its underlying mechanisms, kinesthetics is focused on movement and physical activity, and cybernetics is concerned with the interaction between humans and machines.

Question 5

Providing information is to altering activity as a(n)

Accepted Answer

Altering activity requires control, and control is often displayed on a screen or display. Therefore, providing information (display) is related to controlling activity (control). Ergonomic and cybernetic devices are not directly related to the concept of providing information or altering activity.

Question 6

Topics for the human factors psychologists include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

All three options (surgical visualization, haptic interaction, and usability assessment methods) are topics that fall within the realm of human factors psychology, which focuses on designing systems, products, and environments that are easy and intuitive for humans to use. Human factors psychologists study the ways that humans interact with technology and aim to improve user experience, efficiency, and safety.

Question 7

If you make machines and work environments compatible with human sensory and motor capacities,you are working in the specialty known as

Accepted Answer

The specialty known as ergonomics is concerned with designing machines and work environments that are compatible with human sensory and motor capacities. Cybernetics is the study of communication and control processes in living organisms and machines, while psychophysiology is the study of the relationship between physiological processes and behavior. Humanistics is not a recognized specialty in this context.

Question 8

Human factor psychologists are involved with

Accepted Answer

The answer of Human factor psychologists are involved with
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Question 9

Topics for the human factors psychologists do NOT include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The testing and placement of job applicants is more closely related to the field of industrial-organizational psychology, rather than human factors psychology, which focuses more on designing systems and products to optimize human performance and safety. A, B, and D are all appropriate topics for human factors psychologists.

Question 10

Because it is based on perceptual signals that people already understand without needing to learn them,Psychologist Donald Norman refers to successful human factors engineering as _______ design.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Because it is based on perceptual signals...

Question 11

Which of the following psychologists first referred to successful human factors engineering as natural design,because it is based on perceptual signals that people understand naturally,without needing to learn them?

Accepted Answer

Donald Norman first referred to successful human factors engineering as natural design, as he explained in his book "The Design of Everyday Things."

Question 12

The row of vertical buttons in elevators that mimic the layout of the floors is an example of _______ design.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The row of vertical buttons in elevators...

Question 13

Whether it is the computer mouse,voice-activated computers,or computerized systems that disabled users can control,the type of psychologists who design better computer tools by utilizing an understanding of human behavior are the _______ psychologists.

Accepted Answer

Human factors psychologists specialize in designing technology that is user-friendly and takes into account human behavior and capabilities. This includes computer tools such as the mouse or voice-activated systems, as well as assistive technologies for disabled users. Cognitive-behavioral psychologists focus more on how thoughts and behavior influence each other, comparative psychologists study animal behavior, and developmental psychologists focus on how individuals develop over their lifespan.

Question 14

The goal of which field is to design machines and work environments so they are compatible with our sensory and motor capacities?

Accepted Answer

The field that aims to design machines and work environments that are compatible with our sensory and motor capacities is known as human factors psychology. This field specifically focuses on understanding and improving human-machine interactions, ensuring that technology and work environments are designed with human needs and abilities in mind. Cybernetics, kinesthetics, and consumer psychology do not specifically focus on this goal.

Question 15

Psychologists have found that painting white lines across the road makes drivers feel like they are traveling faster.This effect is even stronger if the lines get progressively closer together.Placing lines near dangerous intersections or sections of highway has dramatically lowered accident rates and illustrates the benefits of

Accepted Answer

The use of white lines on roads to alter driver perception and behavior falls under the domain of human factors engineering, which involves designing systems and environments that are safe, efficient, and comfortable for humans to use. This approach takes into account psychological and physiological factors that influence human performance, such as perception, attention, and decision-making. By using visual cues like road markings to guide and control driver behavior, human factors engineers can improve safety and reduce accidents on the road.

Question 16

As part of his job,Joseph has been observing iPod users as they manipulate both the standard and multi-touch interface models and will also survey them regarding these models.Joseph would best be described as a _______ psychologist.

Accepted Answer

Joseph is observing how users interact with the interface of the iPod. Human factors psychology involves designing and evaluating products and systems to optimize human performance, safety, and well-being. Therefore, Joseph's job is related to human factors psychology.

Question 17

Any dial,screen,light,or other device used to provide information about a machine's activity to a human user is referred to as a(n)

Accepted Answer

A device used to provide information about a machine's activity to a human user is commonly referred to as a "display". Examples include a digital readout screen, a gauge, or a light indicating whether the machine is on or off. The other choices are not accurate descriptions of this type of device.

Question 18

Any knob,handle,button,lever,or other device used to alter the activity of a machine is referred to as a(n)

Accepted Answer

The term "control" refers to any device that is used to manipulate a machine or alter its activity. Examples of controls include knobs, handles, buttons, levers, and switches. These devices are used to start or stop a machine, adjust its speed or direction, or perform other functions. While cybernetic devices and displays are related to machine control, they do not necessarily refer to the physical components used to manipulate a machine. Ergonomic devices are designed to improve comfort and efficiency for the operator, but may not necessarily be related to machine control.

Question 19

Human factors psychology is also known as

Accepted Answer

Human factors psychology is also known as ergonomics, which involves designing products, equipment, and systems that are easy and efficient to use by humans. Cybernetics refers to the study of communication and automatic control systems in machines, heuristics refers to problem-solving techniques or rules of thumb, and humanistics is not a term commonly used in psychology.

Question 20

Technology and aging,neuroimaging,creativity support tools,and human performance modeling would be topics of interest for persons working in the field of

Accepted Answer

Technology and aging, neuroimaging, creativity support tools, and human performance modeling are all topics relevant to the field of ergonomics, which focuses on designing systems and equipment to optimize human performance and well-being.

Quiz 78: Psychology in Action: Human Factors Psychology

Topics for the human factors psychologists do NOT include which of the following?

The type of psychologists who help design many of the tools we rely on each day,such as "userfriendly" computers,home appliances,digital cameras,airplane controls,and traffic signals are called _______ psychologists.

Jason is a psychologist who makes machine displays easy to perceive,controls easy to use,and minimizes errors on the job due to the design of machines.Jason is a _______ psychologist.

Augmented cognition,intercepting moving objects,situation awareness,and user-centered design would be topics of interest for persons working in the field of

Providing information is to altering activity as a(n)

Topics for the human factors psychologists include which of the following?

If you make machines and work environments compatible with human sensory and motor capacities,you are working in the specialty known as

Human factor psychologists are involved with

Topics for the human factors psychologists do NOT include which of the following?

Because it is based on perceptual signals that people already understand without needing to learn them,Psychologist Donald Norman refers to successful human factors engineering as _______ design.

Which of the following psychologists first referred to successful human factors engineering as natural design,because it is based on perceptual signals that people understand naturally,without needing to learn them?

The row of vertical buttons in elevators that mimic the layout of the floors is an example of _______ design.

Whether it is the computer mouse,voice-activated computers,or computerized systems that disabled users can control,the type of psychologists who design better computer tools by utilizing an understanding of human behavior are the _______ psychologists.

The goal of which field is to design machines and work environments so they are compatible with our sensory and motor capacities?

As part of his job,Joseph has been observing iPod users as they manipulate both the standard and multi-touch interface models and will also survey them regarding these models.Joseph would best be described as a _______ psychologist.

Any dial,screen,light,or other device used to provide information about a machine's activity to a human user is referred to as a(n)

Any knob,handle,button,lever,or other device used to alter the activity of a machine is referred to as a(n)

Human factors psychology is also known as

Technology and aging,neuroimaging,creativity support tools,and human performance modeling would be topics of interest for persons working in the field of

Quiz 78: Psychology in Action: Human Factors Psychology

Topics for the human factors psychologists do NOT include which of the following?

The type of psychologists who help design many of the tools we rely on each day,such as "user­friendly" computers,home appliances,digital cameras,airplane controls,and traffic signals are called _______ psychologists.

Jason is a psychologist who makes machine displays easy to perceive,controls easy to use,and minimizes errors on the job due to the design of machines.Jason is a _______ psychologist.

Augmented cognition,intercepting moving objects,situation awareness,and user-centered design would be topics of interest for persons working in the field of

Providing information is to altering activity as a(n)

Topics for the human factors psychologists include which of the following?

If you make machines and work environments compatible with human sensory and motor capacities,you are working in the specialty known as

Human factor psychologists are involved with

Topics for the human factors psychologists do NOT include which of the following?

Because it is based on perceptual signals that people already understand without needing to learn them,Psychologist Donald Norman refers to successful human factors engineering as _______ design.

Which of the following psychologists first referred to successful human factors engineering as natural design,because it is based on perceptual signals that people understand naturally,without needing to learn them?

The row of vertical buttons in elevators that mimic the layout of the floors is an example of _______ design.

Whether it is the computer mouse,voice-activated computers,or computerized systems that disabled users can control,the type of psychologists who design better computer tools by utilizing an understanding of human behavior are the _______ psychologists.

The goal of which field is to design machines and work environments so they are compatible with our sensory and motor capacities?

As part of his job,Joseph has been observing iPod users as they manipulate both the standard and multi-touch interface models and will also survey them regarding these models.Joseph would best be described as a _______ psychologist.

Any dial,screen,light,or other device used to provide information about a machine's activity to a human user is referred to as a(n)

Any knob,handle,button,lever,or other device used to alter the activity of a machine is referred to as a(n)

Human factors psychology is also known as

Technology and aging,neuroimaging,creativity support tools,and human performance modeling would be topics of interest for persons working in the field of

The type of psychologists who help design many of the tools we rely on each day,such as "userfriendly" computers,home appliances,digital cameras,airplane controls,and traffic signals are called _______ psychologists.