HCI COGNITIVE

What is the primary focus of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)?

• Understanding how users interact with technology

• Designing computer hardware

• Writing complex programming languages

• Managing databases

Which of the following is NOT a part of human cognition?

• Perception

• Memory

• Attention

• Internet speed

What is a mental model?

• A type of computer software

• A user’s internal understanding of how a system works

• A design principle for making applications faster

• A physical representation of a user’s thoughts

Why are mental models important in UI/UX design?

• They help developers write better code

• They make users adapt to new systems quickly

• They allow users to predict how a system will work based on past experiences

• They replace the need for user manuals

Which cognitive process helps users recognize UI elements like buttons and icons?

• Decision-making

• Perception

• Attention

• Memory

Users process web pages in an F-pattern because:

• It looks aesthetically pleasing

• It mimics how books are read

• Users naturally scan content from left to right, focusing on key points

• Designers enforce this structure

Which of the following is an example of an interface that aligns with a mental model?

• A website that uses unfamiliar symbols for navigation

• A new mobile app that hides all menus

• A shopping cart in an e-commerce website

• A text-based command-line system

Which UI design principle reduces cognitive load?

• Using unique navigation patterns for each page

• Keeping interfaces consistent and familiar

• Requiring users to memorize multiple commands

• Removing all icons and labels

What happens if an interface does NOT match a user’s mental model?

• The user will instantly adapt to the new system

• The user may experience confusion and errors

• The system will work faster

• The interface will become more secure

Which of the following best describes cognitive load in HCI?

• The amount of information a user’s mind must process while interacting with an interface

• The weight of a computer processor

• he number of steps required to complete a task

• A design trend in modern UI