Practice Variables Identification - 5.8.2.1 | Module 5: Empirical Research Methods in HCI | Human Computer Interaction (HCI) Micro Specialization
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is an independent variable?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what you change to observe an effect.

Question 2

Easy

Name a dependent variable in a usability study.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what you measure to see how users performed.

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is an independent variable?

  • A controlled factor
  • The factor being measured
  • The factor being changed

πŸ’‘ Hint: It’s the factor you deliberately alter.

Question 2

True or False: Control variables can be changed to see their effect on the dependent variable.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember, they help maintain the integrity of the experiment.

Solve and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design an empirical study to test the impact of interface color on user performance. Identify your IVs, DVs, and CVs.

πŸ’‘ Hint: All elements should align to show a clear effect.

Question 2

Argue why control variables are vital in establishing cause-and-effect relationships in HCI experiments.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider examples of studies where failing to control variables led to erroneous conclusions.

Challenge and get performance evaluation