Question 1

A significant drawback of a printed report is the inability of the information to be further manipulated (i.e., sorted).

Accepted Answer

A printed report is a static document and cannot be sorted or manipulated further.

Question 2

The final step in the user interface design process, interface evaluation, usually does not yield any improvements, because by that stage of the design process, all of the "bugs" will normally have been removed from the system.

Accepted Answer

Interface evaluation is an important step in the design process as it helps to identify any remaining issues or areas for improvement in the user interface before it is released to users. It provides valuable feedback to designers and developers that can be used to refine the interface and make it more user-friendly.

Question 3

Messages are the way in which the system responds to a user and informs him or her of the status of the interaction; they should be clear, concise, complete, grammatically correct, free of unfamiliar jargon, and avoid confusing negatives.

Accepted Answer

A message should always be clear, concise, complete, grammatically correct, free of unfamiliar jargon, and avoid confusing negatives.

Question 4

The advantage of direct manipulation is that it permits the user to enter extensive data by keystroke and allows the user to size objects within three keystrokes.

Accepted Answer

The statement is incorrect. The advantage of direct manipulation is that it allows the user to directly manipulate objects on the screen using gestures or mouse actions, making it more intuitive and user-friendly, but it may not necessarily reduce the number of keystrokes required for entering data or sizing objects.

Question 5

In order for managers to receive all the information needed to support the task for which it was designed, the report should provide all the information available on the subject and allow the managers to select that which they wish to use.

Accepted Answer

A report should be concise and focused, providing relevant information needed for decision-making, rather than overwhelming managers with all available data.

Question 6

A tool bar is a list of commands at the top of the screen that are always present on the interface and may drop down immediately below another menu and disappear after one use.

Accepted Answer

A toolbar typically consists of graphical buttons and icons that provide a quick way to access features or functions within a software program. Unlike menus that may drop down and disappear after one use, toolbars are usually visible and accessible at all times while using the program.

Question 7

Input design means designing the screens used to enter the information, as well as any forms on which users write or type information (e.g., time cards, expense claims).

Accepted Answer

Input design includes designing the screens and forms used for entering information.

Question 8

Interface evaluation should be performed while the system is being designed so that any major design problems can be identified and corrected before the time and cost of programming has been spent on a weak design.

Accepted Answer

Interface evaluation helps to identify and correct major design problems before programming, which can save time and cost. Therefore, it should be performed during the design stage.

Question 9

The ideal computer system permits users to enter invalid data into the system. This data is later inexpensively identified and someone is notified to resolve the information problem.

Accepted Answer

An ideal computer system is designed to prevent the entry of invalid data through validation checks, thereby reducing the need for costly error identification and correction processes.

Question 10

The goal of the output mechanism is to simply and easily capture accurate information for the system, typically by using on-line or batch processing, capturing data at the source, and minimizing keystrokes.

Accepted Answer

The goal of the output mechanism is to present information to users, not to capture it. Capturing data is typically the role of input mechanisms.

Question 11

The goal of the navigation system is to make the system as simple as possible to use; a good navigation component is one the user never really notices because it functions the way the user expects.

Accepted Answer

This is true as good navigation should be intuitive and easy to use, allowing the user to focus on the content rather than the navigation system itself.

Question 12

The grammar order of the navigation controls may be random (object-action or action-object) throughout an application.

Accepted Answer

Consistency in the grammar order of navigation controls (e.g., object-action or action-object) is crucial for usability, helping users predict and understand how to interact with the application.

Question 13

A heuristic evaluation involves members of the project team individually working through the interface design prototype to examine each interface to see that it satisfies each design principle on a formal checklist.

Accepted Answer

A heuristic evaluation involves members of the project team individually examining each interface to see that it satisfies each design principle on a formal checklist.

Question 14

The goal of the input mechanism is to present information to users so they can accurately understand it with the least effort, usually by understanding how reports will be used and designing them to minimize information overload and bias.

Accepted Answer

The goal of the input mechanism is to capture and enter data into a system, not to present information to users. The description given is more aligned with the purpose of an output mechanism or report design.

Question 15

The interface standards, the basic design elements that are common across the individual screens, forms, and reports within the system, must be identical for different parts of the system, hence the name "standards."

Accepted Answer

The answer of The interface standards, the basic design elements...

Question 16

Analysts must assume that users have read the manual, have attended the training classes, and have external help nearby.

Accepted Answer

Analysts cannot assume that users have read the manual, attended training classes, or have external help nearby. It is the analyst's responsibility to provide all necessary information and support to the user.

Question 17

A menu bar is often a second-level menu that pops up, floats over the screen, and disappears after one use.

Accepted Answer

A menu bar is a static bar that typically sits at the top of the screen and displays the main categories of options available in an application, such as File, Edit, View, etc. It does not pop up or disappear after one use.

Question 18

Analysts often set out to introduce bias into the design of a report by sorting the information alphabetically or chronologically.

Accepted Answer

Analysts strive to avoid introducing bias into their reports, so sorting information alphabetically or chronologically is not a deliberate attempt to affect the interpretation of the report. However, unintentional bias may still occur if the sorting method affects the way the data is presented and interpreted by the reader.

Question 19

The interface standard that describes the general appearance of all the screens in the information system and the paper-based forms and reports that are used / developed by the system is the interface templates.

Accepted Answer

Interface templates define the consistent look and feel of user interfaces across an information system, including screen layouts, controls, and the design of paper-based forms and reports, ensuring a cohesive user experience.

Question 20

A drop-down box displays selected items in a one-line box that opens to reveal a list of choices. Common applications include a list of the 50 states and the selection of a printer from a list of 12 available.

Accepted Answer

This is a correct description of a drop-down box.

Quiz 10: Human Computer Interaction Layer Design