Input Devices Quiz

Keyboards can be designed to reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries.

The computer can only receive input from input devices such as a keyboard or a mouse.

Many keyboards have additional keys programmed as shortcut keys to commonly used functions.

True or false: A standard keyboard is designed to fit the natural placement of your hands and reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries.

True or false: Input devices exclusively include keyboards and mice for issuing commands and inputting data.

True or false: The bottom keyboard in Figure 7 is an example of an ergonomic keyboard.

Keyboards and Repetitive Motion Injuries

Ergonomic keyboard designs help minimize the risk of repetitive motion injuries by aligning with the natural hand placements.
Standard keyboards may not necessarily be designed to fit the natural placement of hands, which can lead to these injuries.

Input Devices

A computer can only receive data through input devices, primarily keyboards and mice, which facilitate command issuance and data input.
Input devices are not limited to just keyboards and mice; there are other types such as trackpads, styluses, and touchscreens.

Shortcut Keys

Many keyboards incorporate additional shortcut keys that are preprogrammed for frequently used functions, increasing user efficiency and ease of access.

True/False Questions

A standard keyboard is not specifically designed to prevent repetitive motion injuries: False
Input devices do not exclusively include keyboards and mice: False
The identification of an ergonomic keyboard from a figure depends on specific design features, not just appearance: True or False (based on visual assessment).

Test your knowledge of input devices such as keyboards and mice, and how they are used to input data and issue commands to computers. Explore the different types of keyboards, including ergonomic keyboards designed to reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries.