4.2.1 - Dialog Notation.

1. What is the primary purpose of using unique notation for human-computer dialogues?

(A) To enhance programming skills
(B) To simplify analysis and design
(C) To increase the complexity of programs
(D) To integrate emotional responses

Correct Answer: (B) To simplify analysis and design.

2. Which programming construct is heavily criticized in the mortgage repayment calculator example?

(A) Loops
(B) Goto statements
(C) Functions
(D) Conditionals

Correct Answer: (B) Goto statements.

3. In the provided mortgage repayment calculator, which variable represents the interest rate?

(A) term
(B) salary
(C) rate
(D) amount

Correct Answer: (C) rate.

4. What does the term "input" signify in the dialogue notation context?

(A) A system's output
(B) User interaction or response
(C) A computation
(D) A program structure

Correct Answer: (B) User interaction or response.

5. Which element indicates the user's choice in the mortgage calculator?

(A) print statements
(B) input statements
(C) if-then statements
(D) variable declarations

Correct Answer: (C) if-then statements.

6. What challenge does the program primarily face according to the text?

(A) Error checking and correction
(B) User interface design
(C) Computation complexity
(D) Integration with hardware

Correct Answer: (A) Error checking and correction.

7. What does the "print" statement do in the mortgage calculator?

(A) Accepts user input
(B) Displays information to the user
(C) Performs calculations
(D) Terminates the program

Correct Answer: (B) Displays information to the user.

8. What is a potential benefit of using dialogue notation in program design?

(A) Increased program length
(B) Enhanced user emotions
(C) Improved communication among design team members
(D) More complex computations

Correct Answer: (C) Improved communication among design team members.

9. Why is a structured programming approach mentioned as an alternative in the mortgage calculator example?

(A) To reduce program length
(B) To enhance user interaction
(C) To improve program readability
(D) To increase error checking

Correct Answer: (C) To improve program readability.

10. What is the main reason for separating dialogue components from computational elements?

(A) To simplify coding
(B) To improve performance
(C) To facilitate easier analysis and interface adjustments
(D) To enhance security

Correct Answer: (C) To facilitate easier analysis and interface adjustments.

11. What task might be unexpectedly challenging when analyzing the mortgage calculator's dialogue?

(A) Listing user inputs
(B) Providing repayment options for different loan terms
(C) Changing the user interface style
(D) Debugging the program

Correct Answer: (B) Providing repayment options for different loan terms.

12. What is indicated by the condition "if answer == 'yes'" in the program?

(A) User's willingness to proceed with a loan
(B) A computation error
(C) The end of the program
(D) An incorrect user input

Correct Answer: (A) User's willingness to proceed with a loan.

13. What aspect of the program is seen as “cryptic” according to the text?

(A) User interface
(B) Program structure
(C) Variable naming
(D) Input validation

Correct Answer: (B) Program structure.

14. What does the dialogue notation allow designers to do prior to program writing?

(A) Test performance metrics
(B) Record the dialogue structure
(C) Write complex computations
(D) Improve hardware interactions

Correct Answer: (B) Record the dialogue structure.

15. What does the term "semantics" refer to in the context of dialogue notation?

(A) Programming language features
(B) User emotions
(C) Meaning and context of the dialogue
(D) Hardware specifications

Correct Answer: (C) Meaning and context of the dialogue.

16. What indicates an invalid response from the user in the mortgage calculator?

(A) A response outside the expected range
(B) Answering with a non-"yes" or "no" input
(C) Failing to provide an input
(D) Making a computational error

Correct Answer: (B) Answering with a non-"yes" or "no" input.

17. Which programming language feature is suggested as being necessary to improve the mortgage calculator?

(A) Error checking
(B) User input validation
(C) Structured programming constructs
(D) Complex algorithms

Correct Answer: (C) Structured programming constructs.

18. What is indicated by the use of the "goto" statement in the mortgage calculator?

(A) Structured flow of control
(B) Poor program structure
(C) User engagement
(D) Efficient computation

Correct Answer: (B) Poor program structure.

19. What should be considered when adjusting an interface for an existing program?

(A) User emotional response
(B) Ease of analysis and modifications
(C) Length of the program
(D) Hardware compatibility

Correct Answer: (B) Ease of analysis and modifications.

20. In what context is dialogue notation particularly useful during the design process?

(A) When writing code
(B) For database management
(C) In the prototyping phase
(D) For hardware interactions

Correct Answer: (C) In the prototyping phase.

4.2.2 - Dialog Semantics.

21. What is the primary purpose of dialogue semantics in the design process?

(A) To complicate the coding process
(B) To enhance user emotions
(C) To connect the internal application and external display meanings
(D) To reduce program length

Correct Answer: (C) To connect the internal application and external display meanings.

22. Which dimension is NOT part of dialogue semantics?

(A) Internal to the application
(B) External to the display
(C) User emotional response
(D) Connector between internal and external meanings

Correct Answer: (C) User emotional response.

23. What is an augmented transition network (ATN)?

(A) A type of programming language
(B) A dialogue notation for state transitions
(C) A method for hardware interaction
(D) A data storage method

Correct Answer: (B) A dialogue notation for state transitions.

24. In the context of dialogue semantics, what is a primary function of registers in an ATN?

(A) To display user input
(B) To store and test values
(C) To create graphical elements
(D) To manage network connections

Correct Answer: (B) To store and test values.

25. What are "input tools" in dialogue notations?

(A) A type of graphic design tool
(B) Components that define user input handling
(C) Methods for memory allocation
(D) Variables for storing outputs

Correct Answer: (B) Components that define user input handling.

26. How are semantics often expressed in traditional programming languages?

(A) By using complex algorithms
(B) By linking dialogue notations to programming code
(C) By minimizing user input
(D) Through user interface design

Correct Answer: (B) By linking dialogue notations to programming code.

27. What does the SPI (Specifying and Prototyping Interaction) framework consist of?

(A) Event handling mechanisms only
(B) Dialogue syntax only
(C) Dialogue semantics and dialogue notation
(D) User emotional tracking

Correct Answer: (C) Dialogue semantics and dialogue notation.

28. In the login sequence example, what does the event "passwd-mess" indicate?

(A) The user has logged in successfully
(B) The password input request
(C) An error in the program
(D) A logout action

Correct Answer: (B) The password input request.

29. What is a significant drawback of relying on global variables in dialogue notations?

(A) They simplify the coding process
(B) They obscure event tracing
(C) They improve user interaction
(D) They reduce memory usage

Correct Answer: (B) They obscure event tracing.

30. What is a major benefit of separating syntactic and semantic components in dialogue design?

(A) It simplifies user interface design
(B) It allows for more complex algorithms
(C) It enables better analysis and reuse of the dialogue description
(D) It eliminates the need for programming languages

Correct Answer: (C) It enables better analysis and reuse of the dialogue description.

31. What does the term "event" signify in dialogue semantics?

(A) A user action or system response
(B) A method for organizing data
(C) A variable in the program
(D) A type of input validation

Correct Answer: (A) A user action or system response.

32. What role does the "when" clause serve in the password input event?

(A) To set a new variable
(B) To define preconditions for the event
(C) To display output to the user
(D) To handle user emotions

Correct Answer: (B) To define preconditions for the event.

33. How does the input tool "key" function in the provided example?

(A) It matches keyboard input to variables
(B) It generates random input
(C) It processes user emotions
(D) It manages network connections

Correct Answer: (A) It matches keyboard input to variables.

34. What does the expression "click_at(x,y) → dot_at(x,y)" represent?

(A) A mouse click action producing a visual output
(B) A network connection
(C) A method for user authentication
(D) A programming error

Correct Answer: (A) A mouse click action producing a visual output.

35. What is a challenge mentioned regarding dialogue descriptions in typical interactive programs?

(A) User emotional responses
(B) Dispersed dialogue across code
(C) Simplifying user input
(D) Enhancing visual graphics

Correct Answer: (B) Dispersed dialogue across code.

36. What is one advantage of using a notation that separates syntactic and semantic components?

(A) It reduces the amount of code required
(B) It facilitates simultaneous syntax and semantics assessment
(C) It eliminates the need for programming languages
(D) It enhances user engagement

Correct Answer: (B) It facilitates simultaneous syntax and semantics assessment.

37. What do the input statements in the dialogue tool do?

(A) Store data in external databases
(B) Define how user input is processed
(C) Generate visual output
(D) Trigger system events

Correct Answer: (B) Define how user input is processed.

38. Which concept is illustrated by the example of a cash dispenser holding onto a card?

(A) Simple dialogue interactions
(B) Complex dialogue with state management
(C) User emotional feedback
(D) Direct hardware control

Correct Answer: (B) Complex dialogue with state management.

39. What does the "out:" clause in an event describe?

(A) User input requirements
(B) The output displayed to the user
(C) The internal data processing
(D) The variables used

Correct Answer: (B) The output displayed to the user.

40. What is indicated by the need for distinct sublanguages in SPI?

(A) To manage complex algorithms
(B) To facilitate dialogue description and specification
(C) To reduce program length
(D) To enhance graphical representation

Correct Answer: (B) To facilitate dialogue description and specification.

4.2.3 - Standard Formalisms.

41. What is the primary purpose of standard formalisms in computing?

(A) To complicate the coding process
(B) To provide clear representations of systems, algorithms, or processes
(C) To enhance user emotions
(D) To reduce program length

Correct Answer: (B) To provide clear representations of systems, algorithms, or processes.

42. Which of the following is a widely used notation in software engineering?

(A) SQL
(B) UML
(C) HTML
(D) JSON

Correct Answer: (B) UML.

43. What does UML stand for?

(A) Unified Management Language
(B) Unified Modeling Language
(C) Universal Modeling Language
(D) Uniform Modeling Language

Correct Answer: (B) Unified Modeling Language.

44. What is Z Notation primarily used for?

(A) To enhance graphical representation
(B) To articulate the behavior and structure of computer systems
(C) To manage hardware interactions
(D) To simplify user interfaces

Correct Answer: (B) To articulate the behavior and structure of computer systems.

45. Which language is specifically used for defining actions and operations in telecommunications?

(A) UML
(B) Z Notation
(C) SDL
(D) TLA+

Correct Answer: (C) SDL.

46. What does TLA+ facilitate?

(A) Designing user interfaces
(B) Analyzing the behavior of concurrent and distributed systems
(C) Storing large datasets
(D) Enhancing data visualization

Correct Answer: (B) Analyzing the behavior of concurrent and distributed systems.

47. Which method employs mathematical notations for software systems design?

(A) UML
(B) B Method
(C) SDL
(D) π-calculus

Correct Answer: (B) B Method.

48. What is the π-calculus primarily used for?

(A) Data storage
(B) Modeling and analyzing concurrent systems
(C) Creating graphical elements
(D) User input validation

Correct Answer: (B) Modeling and analyzing concurrent systems.

49. Which formalism allows for the precise definition of system operations in a graphical manner?

(A) TLA+
(B) SDL
(C) Z Notation
(D) UML

Correct Answer: (B) SDL.

50. What type of logic does TLA+ incorporate?

(A) Simple logic
(B) Temporal logic
(C) Boolean logic
(D) Fuzzy logic

Correct Answer: (B) Temporal logic.

51. What is a key characteristic of the B Method?

(A) It relies on programming languages
(B) It is based on set theory and first-order logic
(C) It simplifies user interactions
(D) It enhances visual designs

Correct Answer: (B) It is based on set theory and first-order logic.

52. Which formalism provides a collection of diagrams and symbols for software design?

(A) Z Notation
(B) B Method
(C) UML
(D) TLA+

Correct Answer: (C) UML.

53. What is the role of formal notations like those mentioned in the content?

(A) To promote emotional design
(B) To enable precise specifications and validation of systems
(C) To simplify programming tasks
(D) To facilitate graphic design

Correct Answer: (B) To enable precise specifications and validation of systems.

54. What does SDL stand for?

(A) Standard Development Language
(B) Specification and Description Language
(C) Software Design Language
(D) Structured Definition Language

Correct Answer: (B) Specification and Description Language.

55. Which formalism is primarily concerned with the behavior of concurrent systems?

(A) Z Notation
(B) B Method
(C) Process Calculi
(D) UML

Correct Answer: (C) Process Calculi.

56. Which formalism provides a mathematical approach to define software systems?

(A) UML
(B) SDL
(C) TLA+
(D) B Method

Correct Answer: (D) B Method.

57. How do standard formalisms contribute to software development?

(A) By enhancing visual appeal
(B) By ensuring accurate system representations
(C) By reducing coding complexity
(D) By simplifying user input

Correct Answer: (B) By ensuring accurate system representations.

58. What is the main focus of the Z Notation?

(A) To create visual designs
(B) To articulate data types, actions, and constraints
(C) To facilitate user interaction
(D) To manage external databases

Correct Answer: (B) To articulate data types, actions, and constraints.

59. Which formalism helps analyze system attributes over time?

(A) SDL
(B) UML
(C) TLA+
(D) B Method

Correct Answer: (C) TLA+.

60. What do standard formalisms in computing ultimately enhance?

(A) The complexity of software
(B) The reliability and quality of software
(C) User interface aesthetics
(D) Data processing speed

Correct Answer: (B) The reliability and quality of software.

4.2.4 - Interaction modules.

61. What does WYSIWYG stand for?

(A) What You See Is What You Get
(B) What You See Is What You Go
(C) Where You See Is Where You Get
(D) None of the above

Correct Answer: (A) What You See Is What You Get.

62. Which model is designed to challenge WYSIWYG characteristics?

(A) PIE Model
(B) UML
(C) Z Notation
(D) Black-Box Model

Correct Answer: (A) PIE Model.

63. In the PIE model, what does the set 'D' represent?

(A) Possible outcomes
(B) Possible displays
(C) User commands
(D) System states

Correct Answer: (B) Possible displays.

64. What is the primary focus of the PIE model?

(A) Internal architecture of a system
(B) User inputs and outputs
(C) Network security
(D) Database design

Correct Answer: (B) User inputs and outputs.

65. What does the term "observability" refer to in interactive systems?

(A) The complexity of user commands
(B) The ability to deduce outcomes from displays
(C) The speed of data processing
(D) User interface design

Correct Answer: (B) The ability to deduce outcomes from displays.

66. What is the relationship between display and result in the PIE model?

(A) They are the same
(B) Display indicates the potential result
(C) Result is independent of display
(D) They are unrelated

Correct Answer: (B) Display indicates the potential result.

67. Which principle is essential for usability according to the text?

(A) Following formal standards
(B) User satisfaction
(C) Skilled design expertise
(D) All of the above

Correct Answer: (C) Skilled design expertise.

68. The function 'transparentR' connects:

(A) Displays to user commands
(B) Displays to outcomes
(C) Commands to internal state
(D) Inputs to outputs

Correct Answer: (B) Displays to outcomes.

69. What is the primary advantage of using interaction models?

(A) To simplify system architecture
(B) To provide a safety net for design
(C) To enhance user satisfaction
(D) To standardize user inputs

Correct Answer: (B) To provide a safety net for design.

70. What does the observable effect (O) in a system represent?

(A) The current user inputs
(B) The entire view of the document that can be accessed
(C) The internal state of the application
(D) The commands issued by the user

Correct Answer: (B) The entire view of the document that can be accessed.

71. In the context of WYSIWYG, predictability means:

(A) Users can always guess the next action
(B) The state of the system can be inferred from the display
(C) The output is always identical to the input
(D) The system will not crash

Correct Answer: (B) The state of the system can be inferred from the display.

72. What is the 'gone away for a cup of tea problem'?

(A) A situation where users lose track of their actions
(B) A problem with system crashes
(C) A challenge in memory management
(D) A type of user error

Correct Answer: (A) A situation where users lose track of their actions.

73. The PIE model operates as a:

(A) Transparent model
(B) Black-box model
(C) Open-source model
(D) Hybrid model

Correct Answer: (B) Black-box model.

74. What is meant by 'plain transparency' in the context of interaction models?

(A) Users can see everything about the system's status from the display
(B) The display is a perfect replica of the internal state
(C) Only some elements of the system are visible
(D) All actions are visually indicated

Correct Answer: (A) Users can see everything about the system's status from the display.

75. What does the command set (C) in the PIE model include?

(A) Only text inputs
(B) All user inputs including commands and special characters
(C) Only numeric values
(D) System configuration settings

Correct Answer: (B) All user inputs including commands and special characters.

76. What is the purpose of the 'doit' function in the PIE model?

(A) To create new user commands
(B) To define user interface aesthetics
(C) To change the internal state based on user commands
(D) To output the results to the display

Correct Answer: (C) To change the internal state based on user commands.

77. Which of the following describes an ideal approach for system monitoring?

(A) Active interaction with the system
(B) Erasing the display to see hidden information
(C) Passive observation without altering the state
(D) Constantly modifying user inputs

Correct Answer: (C) Passive observation without altering the state.

78. The term 'user commands' refers to:

(A) Only keyboard inputs
(B) The full range of user interactions with the system
(C) Only mouse clicks
(D) Internal system commands

Correct Answer: (B) The full range of user interactions with the system.

79. What does predictability require in a system?

(A) The display should show all possible outcomes
(B) Users should have complete knowledge of the system's functions
(C) The internal state should be visible to users
(D) The user interface should be aesthetically pleasing

Correct Answer: (C) The internal state should be visible to users.

80. How does the PIE model aid in usability?

(A) By enforcing strict formal rules
(B) By providing a structure for understanding user interactions
(C) By simplifying complex systems
(D) By ensuring aesthetic consistency

Correct Answer: (B) By providing a structure for understanding user interactions.

4.2.5 - Hypertext and Multimedia.

81. What has contributed to the rapid expansion of multimedia in desktop computing?

(A) Reduced internet speed
(B) Advances in desktop computing power
(C) The decline of CD-ROM usage
(D) Limited access to video content

Correct Answer: (B) Advances in desktop computing power.

82. Who are the two visionaries mentioned in the context of hypertext and multimedia?

(A) Steve Jobs and Bill Gates
(B) Ted Nelson and Vannevar Bush
(C) Tim Berners-Lee and Alan Turing
(D) Mark Zuckerberg and Larry Page

Correct Answer: (B) Ted Nelson and Vannevar Bush.

83. How does hypertext structure information?

(A) In a linear format
(B) As a mesh
(C) In a grid pattern
(D) As a table

Correct Answer: (B) As a mesh.

84. Which type of content is typically included in hypertext systems?

(A) Only text
(B) Text and images
(C) Text, images, audio, and video
(D) Only static images

Correct Answer: (C) Text, images, audio, and video.

85. What term describes the process of giving images motion?

(A) Animation
(B) Simulation
(C) Illustration
(D) Visualization

Correct Answer: (A) Animation.

86. What is a common use of animation in user interfaces?

(A) To create static images
(B) To provide feedback about ongoing processes
(C) To increase system complexity
(D) To replace text entirely

Correct Answer: (B) To provide feedback about ongoing processes.

87. What is the role of hyperlinks in hypertext systems?

(A) To limit navigation options
(B) To connect different pages or sections
(C) To reduce content size
(D) To create linear narratives

Correct Answer: (B) To connect different pages or sections.

88. Which of the following best describes 'hotspots' in hypertext?

(A) Non-interactive elements
(B) Areas in graphics that respond to user clicks
(C) Static links to external sites
(D) Text that does not require user interaction

Correct Answer: (B) Areas in graphics that respond to user clicks.

89. What makes video content more interactive in hypertext systems?

(A) High resolution
(B) Embedded links or hotspots
(C) Length of the video
(D) Audio quality

Correct Answer: (B) Embedded links or hotspots.

90. What is a primary challenge associated with incorporating audio in hypertext?

(A) User engagement
(B) Creating dynamic content
(C) Memory requirements
(D) Aesthetic design

Correct Answer: (C) Memory requirements.

91. Which format is commonly used for compressing audio for online distribution?

(A) WAV
(B) FLAC
(C) MP3
(D) AIFF

Correct Answer: (C) MP3.

92. What do multimedia systems typically include besides text?

(A) Only images
(B) Only videos
(C) Dynamic content like animations and audio
(D) None of the above

Correct Answer: (C) Dynamic content like animations and audio.

93. What is the main purpose of animation in user interfaces?

(A) To distract users
(B) To convey changes and progress
(C) To replace all text
(D) To create static graphics

Correct Answer: (B) To convey changes and progress.

94. What role does sound play in multimedia experiences?

(A) It is optional
(B) It enhances the emotional context
(C) It is the main focus
(D) It complicates navigation

Correct Answer: (B) It enhances the emotional context.

95. How does hypertext differ from traditional text formats?

(A) It is always linear
(B) It allows for non-linear navigation
(C) It does not include images
(D) It only presents static content

Correct Answer: (B) It allows for non-linear navigation.

96. What is one advantage of using hypertext for learning?

(A) It restricts user exploration
(B) It promotes self-paced navigation
(C) It is only suitable for beginners
(D) It requires memorization of content

Correct Answer: (B) It promotes self-paced navigation.

97. In hypertext, how are links typically presented?

(A) As footnotes
(B) As embedded clickable areas
(C) As separate pages
(D) As fixed text

Correct Answer: (B) As embedded clickable areas.

98. What is the main purpose of integrating video into hypertext?

(A) To replace audio
(B) To provide visual demonstrations
(C) To reduce content size
(D) To eliminate text

Correct Answer: (B) To provide visual demonstrations.

99. Which aspect of user interface design is enhanced by animation?

(A) Complexity
(B) User engagement
(C) Static information
(D) Text clarity

Correct Answer: (B) User engagement.

100. What challenge remains significant in multimedia content delivery?

(A) Ensuring aesthetic consistency
(B) Balancing interactivity with accessibility
(C) Reducing content length
(D) Limiting user choice

Correct Answer: (B) Balancing interactivity with accessibility.

4.2.6 - World Wide Web.

101. What is the primary goal of interaction design in HCI?

(A) To enhance the performance of hardware
(B) To improve user satisfaction and usability
(C) To reduce development time
(D) To increase software complexity

Correct Answer: (B) To improve user satisfaction and usability.

102. Which principle focuses on the ease of learning a system?

(A) Consistency
(B) Feedback
(C) Affordance
(D) Learnability

Correct Answer: (D) Learnability.

103. What is a key characteristic of effective user interfaces?

(A) High complexity
(B) Clarity and simplicity
(C) Extensive use of jargon
(D) Inconsistency across platforms

Correct Answer: (B) Clarity and simplicity.

104. What does the term "affordance" refer to in interaction design?

(A) The visual appeal of a design
(B) The perceived functionality of an object
(C) The speed of user interaction
(D) The cost of design implementation

Correct Answer: (B) The perceived functionality of an object.

105. Which of the following is a common method for gathering user feedback during the design process?

(A) Code reviews
(B) User testing
(C) Market analysis
(D) Budget estimation

Correct Answer: (B) User testing.

106. What does usability testing typically assess?

(A) The cost of the product
(B) User satisfaction and efficiency
(C) The performance of hardware
(D) Aesthetic design

Correct Answer: (B) User satisfaction and efficiency.

107. Which interaction design model emphasizes the user's experience?

(A) Waterfall model
(B) Agile model
(C) User-centered design
(D) Feature-driven development

Correct Answer: (C) User-centered design.

108. What is the main purpose of wireframes in interaction design?

(A) To create final graphics
(B) To represent the layout and functionality of a user interface
(C) To write code
(D) To define marketing strategies

Correct Answer: (B) To represent the layout and functionality of a user interface.

109. Which of the following is a principle of web design?

(A) Content is secondary
(B) Users should navigate intuitively
(C) Complexity is favored over simplicity
(D) Flashy animations are essential

Correct Answer: (B) Users should navigate intuitively.

110. What does responsive web design aim to achieve?

(A) To create a static web experience
(B) To ensure compatibility across various devices
(C) To limit user accessibility
(D) To increase loading times

Correct Answer: (B) To ensure compatibility across various devices.

111. Which design element enhances user interaction by providing immediate feedback?

(A) Inconsistent layouts
(B) User documentation
(C) Visual cues and indicators
(D) Hidden functionalities

Correct Answer: (C) Visual cues and indicators.

112. What does the term "cognitive load" refer to in HCI?

(A) The amount of physical effort required
(B) The mental effort required to learn or use a system
(C) The speed of data processing
(D) The number of features in a product

Correct Answer: (B) The mental effort required to learn or use a system.

113. What is a common challenge when designing for the World Wide Web?

(A) Ensuring compatibility with old hardware
(B) Managing diverse user needs and preferences
(C) Limiting access to content
(D) Reducing the number of users

Correct Answer: (B) Managing diverse user needs and preferences.

114. What role does accessibility play in interaction design?

(A) It complicates the design process
(B) It ensures products are usable by people with disabilities
(C) It limits the target audience
(D) It focuses solely on aesthetics

Correct Answer: (B) It ensures products are usable by people with disabilities.

115. Which of the following best describes "user personas"?

(A) Fictional characters representing real users
(B) Real users providing feedback
(C) Software programs simulating user behavior
(D) Market trends affecting design

Correct Answer: (A) Fictional characters representing real users.

116. What is the significance of the "90-90 rule" in software development?

(A) The first 90% of a project takes 90% of the time
(B) The last 10% of a project takes 90% of the time
(C) User satisfaction is 90% guaranteed
(D) The cost is reduced by 90% after design

Correct Answer: (B) The last 10% of a project takes 90% of the time.

117. Which of the following practices improves navigation on a website?

(A) Multiple layers of menus
(B) Clear labeling and organization
(C) Hidden navigation links
(D) Long, scrolling pages

Correct Answer: (B) Clear labeling and organization.

118. What is the function of a "call to action" in web design?

(A) To distract the user
(B) To encourage a specific user behavior
(C) To provide irrelevant information
(D) To make the site more complex

Correct Answer: (B) To encourage a specific user behavior.

119. Which design approach focuses on the iterative testing and refinement of user interfaces?

(A) Linear design
(B) User-centered design
(C) Waterfall approach
(D) Prototype-based design

Correct Answer: (B) User-centered design.

120. How does the principle of consistency benefit interaction design?

(A) It confuses users
(B) It reduces learning time and enhances usability
(C) It limits design options
(D) It increases the number of required features

Correct Answer: (B) It reduces learning time and enhances usability.