Design Thinking Quiz 2

The 'double diamond' model of design thinking is a visual representation of:

• A linear, four-step process.

• The alternating use of divergent and convergent thinking.

• The cost-benefit analysis of a design project.

• The relationship between invention and innovation.

Which of the following is a characteristic of an 'emergent' problem?

• It can be fully understood and solved with a single plan from the start.

• Its definition and solution become clearer as you work on it.

• It has no relationship to other problems.

• It has a single, predefined solution.

What is the primary difference between a 'tame problem' and a 'wicked problem'?

• Tame problems are easy to solve, and wicked problems are impossible to solve.

• Tame problems are well-defined, and wicked problems are ill-defined.

• Tame problems are unimportant, while wicked problems are important.

• Tame problems require creativity, and wicked problems do not.

The 'nature' of design thinking is that it is both a process and a:

• Science.

• Project management tool.

• Mindset.

• Financial model.

A design thinker's 'beginner's mind' refers to:

• Having no experience in a particular field.

• The ability to approach a problem without preconceived notions.

• A preference for simple solutions.

• The stage of learning where one is a novice.

Which of the following is an example of a 'service' that could be designed using design thinking?

• A new smartphone app.

• An improved check-in process at a hotel.

• A new brand logo.

• A physical coffee cup.

The 'discovery' phase of the double diamond model corresponds to which stage of the d.school model?

• Ideate

• Prototype

• Empathize

• Test

A design thinker's ability to 'tolerate ambiguity' means they can:

• Ignore the parts of a problem they don't understand.

• Find a solution even without a clear problem definition.

• Accept that some problems cannot be solved.

• Work with a single, linear process.

The primary goal of the 'synthesis' step in design thinking is to:

• Brainstorm new ideas.

• Create a final, polished product.

• Combine disparate pieces of information into a coherent narrative.

• Test a prototype with users.

Which stage of the design thinking process is most closely associated with the phrase 'build to learn'?

• Empathize

• Define

• Prototype

• Ideate