Usability Testing Fundamentals

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What is the primary purpose of creating task scenarios in usability testing?

To collect quantitative data on participant behavior
To identify usability issues in the system
To develop technologically sound technology interfaces
To simulate typical user interactions with the system (correct)

What type of data may include task completion times, error rates, and success rates in usability testing?

Qualitative data
Quantitative data (correct)
Participant feedback
Facilitator observations

What is the primary advantage of remote usability testing?

Pilot testing is not required
Facilitators can observe participants more closely
More quantitative data can be collected
Participants can interact with the system from their own locations (correct)

What is the purpose of conducting a pilot test in usability testing?

To identify any issues with the testing process, tasks, or materials (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Computer Science and Engineering, and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)?

They are interconnected, contributing to the development of technology interfaces that are both technologically sound and user-friendly (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of usability testing?

To identify usability issues and improve the user experience (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of HCI in terms of networked systems and devices?

Designing intuitive user interfaces for connected devices (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an output device in hardware design for interaction?

Displays (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Xerox Alto in the development of personal computing?

It was an essential step towards personal computing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary influence of HCI on software development?

Designing user interfaces that are intuitive and efficient (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary characteristic of computers before the 1970s?

They were massive and stayed in refrigerated rooms (B) Signup and view all the answers

When did the field of Human-Computer Interaction emerge as a discipline of Computer Science?

In the late 1970s (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of usability testing in User-Centered Design?

To identify issues and areas for improvement in the design (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of User-Centered Design in terms of accessibility?

Designing products that are accessible to users with diverse abilities and backgrounds (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who are the participants involved in usability testing in User-Centered Design?

Real users who represent the target audience for the product (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the approach of User-Centered Design in terms of user experience?

Considering the entire user experience, from the initial interaction to the completion of tasks (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of prototyping in User-Centered Design?

To create a prototype of the product or interface early in the design process (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of User-Centered Design in terms of collaboration?

Collaboration among professionals from various disciplines, including designers, developers, psychologists, and other stakeholders (C) Signup and view all the answers