Question 1

If real-time information is required by the information system, then the appropriate input processing mechanism is _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  back room processing 
B)  batch processing 
C)  off-line processing 
D)  on-line processing 
E)  real-time processing

Question 2

What are the three interface design prototyping techniques? Identify the three techniques, define each, and determine what conditions or situation would be best suited for each.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

A(n) _____ shows how all the screens, forms and reports are related, and how the user moves from one to another.

Accepted Answer

A)  data flow diagram 
B)  interface standard design 
C)  storyboard 
D)  use scenario 
E)  window navigation diagram

Question 5

One of the challenges of designing user interface for mobile computing applications is that the device may be used everywhere.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

One of the principles for common sense based user interface design is "Don't make me think!"

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

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

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

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

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

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) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Of all the interface prototype designs, HTML prototypes are the most detailed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

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

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The user interface includes three parts; the input mechanism, the output mechanism, and the reporting mechanism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Novice users prefer _____ while expert users prefer _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  ease of use, ease of learning 
B)  ease of use, good layout 
C)  consistency, ease of learning 
D)  ease of learning, ease of use 
E)  ease of learning, consistency

Question 15

Distinguish between batch processing and on-line processing. What are the pros and cons of each input method? Under what circumstances is it best to use each?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Discuss the problem of bias with regard to graphical outputs.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Why is it important to capture data at the source and how is this process best done?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

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

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Content awareness is the user interface design principle that requires that the screen design make it clear to the user what content is being displayed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

When designing user interface for mobile computing applications, you should not reuse patterns that have been used for mobile devices.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 10: Human Computer Interaction Layer Design

If real-time information is required by the information system, then the appropriate input processing mechanism is _____.

What are the three interface design prototyping techniques? Identify the three techniques, define each, and determine what conditions or situation would be best suited for each.

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

A(n) _____ shows how all the screens, forms and reports are related, and how the user moves from one to another.

One of the challenges of designing user interface for mobile computing applications is that the device may be used everywhere.

One of the principles for common sense based user interface design is "Don't make me think!"

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."

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.

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

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.

Of all the interface prototype designs, HTML prototypes are the most detailed.

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).

The user interface includes three parts; the input mechanism, the output mechanism, and the reporting mechanism.

Novice users prefer _ while expert users prefer _.

Distinguish between batch processing and on-line processing. What are the pros and cons of each input method? Under what circumstances is it best to use each?

Discuss the problem of bias with regard to graphical outputs.

Why is it important to capture data at the source and how is this process best done?

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.

Content awareness is the user interface design principle that requires that the screen design make it clear to the user what content is being displayed.

When designing user interface for mobile computing applications, you should not reuse patterns that have been used for mobile devices.