UX Interaction Design Principles 2

Question 1

What does Hick's Law state about decision-making in UX?

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The time to make a decision increases with the number and complexity of choices

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Users always choose the first option presented to them

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Longer text takes more time to read than shorter text

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Decision speed improves with repeated practice

Question 2

In interaction design, what is a 'mental model'?

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A user's internal understanding of how a system works based on prior experience

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A designer's sketch of an interface layout

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A cognitive map created during usability testing

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A diagram of the system's backend architecture

Question 3

What is 'direct manipulation' in interaction design?

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Interacting with objects directly on screen rather than through abstract commands

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A user testing technique where moderators guide participants

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Editing design files without version control

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Bypassing a confirmation dialog in a form

Question 4

What does the acronym 'WIMP' stand for in interaction design?

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Windows, Icons, Menus, Pointer

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Web Interface Model Protocol

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Workflow Integration and Mapping Process

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Widget Interaction Measurement Practice

Question 5

Which interaction design concept describes the feeling that using a product is too slow or cumbersome relative to the task?

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Friction

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Latency

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Cognitive dissonance

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Error recovery

Question 6

What does 'reversibility' in interaction design ensure?

Accepted Answer

Users can undo actions, reducing fear of making mistakes

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Animations can be replayed in reverse

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Designs can be exported to multiple formats

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Color schemes can be swapped between light and dark modes