HCI end of unit quiz

Why is it important to design a good human computer interface?

• Not every user is a computer expert

• Well designed HCIs allow the software to be sold at a better price

• Well designed HCIs use less computer resources.

• Well designed HCIs allow the computer to run faster

Which of the golden rules of interface design is being broken here?

• Strive for consistency

• Offer informative feedback

• Keep users in control

• Reduce short-term memory load

WYSIWYG - What You See Is What You (a)  

In virtual reality which of the senses cannot currently be portrayed?

• Touch

• Hearing

• Sight

• Smell

What are GEONS

• Basic shapes that make up objects

• Shapes used in map design

• Patterns used in HCI

• Types of interfaces

Luminance is the amount of light that is reflected or omitted.

• False

• True

Speed of data input is an impact of HCI on

• Society

• Culture

• The Economy

• User experience

Which of these behaviour models relates to the use of shortcuts?

• Guiard's Model

• Buxton Model

• KAM (Key Action Model)

• KLM (Keystroke Level Model)

Which of these aspects of HCI impact on culture

• Better communication

• Digital Divide

• De-skilling work

• Working from home

Which Gestalt principle does this represent?

• Figure-ground

• Symmetry

• Closure

• Continuity