Consider Two Alternative Designs for an Electronic Form Aimed at Users

question 4

Multiple Choice

Consider two alternative designs for an electronic form aimed at users who complete the form on a desktop computer several times per day. In Design A, the form uses 10 text fields where users type and tab to the next field. In Design B, the form uses a mixture of drop down menus, radio buttons and text fields. Which of the following predictions is most likely to be true?

• A) Users will be more effective with Design A and more efficient with Design B
• B) Users will be more effective with Design A
• C) Users will be equally effective with both designs
• D) Users will be more efficient with Design B

Understand the concept of learned helplessness and self-fulfilling prophecies.

Grasp the different types of cognitive biases and heuristics.

Recognize the impact of locus of control on individuals' perceptions and behaviors.

Identify and understand various attribution errors and biases.

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Definitions:

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Colostomy Appliance

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