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According to Abowd & Beale's model, what is the main purpose of translating user intentions into actions at the interface?

  • To assess the physical characteristics of interaction
  • To facilitate a seamless interaction between the user and the system (correct)
  • To ensure that the user's goals are correctly formulated
  • To prevent slips and mistakes in the user's actions

What is the primary focus of Norman's model in the context of user interaction?

  • Evaluating the presentation of system state to the user
  • Translating user intentions into actions at the interface
  • Concentrating on the user's view of the interface execution/evaluation loop (correct)
  • Identifying all major components involved in interaction

What does the term 'Gulf of Execution' refer to in the context of user interaction?

  • The user's expectation of changed system state not matching with the actual presentation of this state
  • The identification of major components involved in interaction
  • The translation of user intentions into actions at the interface
  • The formulation of user actions not matching with the actions allowed by the system (correct)

In the context of user interface design, what is the main appeal of direct manipulation?

<p>Visibility of objects, incremental action, and rapid feedback (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept did Shneiderman describe in 1982 as the appeal of graphically-based interaction?

<p>The model-world metaphor (WYSIWYG) of the Apple Macintosh (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which paradigm shift is exemplified by J.C.R. Licklider's idea of a single computer supporting multiple users?

<p>Timesharing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the central message regarding the process of design in the given text?

<p>Treat the user at least as well as physical materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of cultural probes mentioned in the text?

<p>To inform interviews and prompt ideas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of using scenarios and stories for design according to the text?

<p>To communicate with others and treat the user well (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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