Design Thinking for Year 8: Master Human-Centered Design

Question 1

In the design thinking process, which stage involves brainstorming and generating ideas?

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Generate ideas

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Define the problem

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Test solutions

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Implement the solution

Question 2

Which of the following activities encourages divergent thinking in design thinking?

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Brainstorming

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Evaluating ideas

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Testing a prototype

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Analysing data

Question 3

Why is feedback crucial in design thinking?

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To improve the ideas and solutions

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To speed up the design process

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To make the user feel involved

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To reduce development costs

Question 4

What is the key benefit of using storyboards in design thinking?

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To visualize and communicate ideas clearly

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To conduct user testing

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To generate new ideas

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To evaluate solutions

Question 5

What is the initial step in the design thinking process?

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Understanding the user's needs

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Generating ideas

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Building prototypes

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Testing solutions

Question 6

In design thinking, what is the primary focus of the 'Understand' phase?

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Recognizing user pain points

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Creating innovative solutions

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Constructing functioning models

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Evaluating design outcomes

Question 7

Which stage is NOT part of the design thinking process?

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Document

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Empathize

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Ideate

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Prototype

Question 8

Which of the following is a key principle of human-centered design?

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Understand the user's perspective

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Focus on technology

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Prioritize aesthetics

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Maximize efficiency

Question 9

Which of the following is **not** a stage in the design thinking process?

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Produce

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Understand

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Ideate

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Evaluate

Question 10

What is the primary goal of practicing empathy in the design thinking process?

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To **deeply understand user needs and perspectives**

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To generate innovative solutions

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To create aesthetically pleasing designs

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To effectively communicate design concepts

Question 11

What is the primary purpose of prototyping in design thinking?

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To **test and refine design ideas**

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To create a final, polished product

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To gather customer feedback

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To communicate design concepts

Question 12

What is the significance of feedback in the design thinking process?

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To **improve design solutions and identify areas for improvement**

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To validate assumptions

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To gather customer insights

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To communicate design concepts

Question 13

Which of the following best exemplifies a human-centered approach in design thinking?

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Focusing on understanding and meeting the needs of the people who will use the design

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Using technology for its own sake

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Prioritizing aesthetics over functionality

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Designing for a specific demographic

Question 14

How do divergent and convergent thinking differ in the context of design thinking?

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Divergent thinking generates multiple ideas, while convergent thinking focuses on selecting and refining the best ideas

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Divergent thinking is used for idea evaluation, while convergent thinking is used for idea generation.

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Divergent thinking is a linear process, while convergent thinking is an iterative process.

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There is no distinction between divergent and convergent thinking in design thinking.

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of a low-fidelity prototype?

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A sketch or drawing

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A working model

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A digital simulation

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A finished product

Question 16

Which of the following is a key principle of human-centered design?

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Focusing on user needs and experiences

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Prioritizing technological advancements

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Adhering strictly to established design principles

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Focusing on cost-effectiveness

Question 17

How are divergent and convergent thinking used in the design thinking process?

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Divergent thinking generates multiple ideas, while convergent thinking evaluates and selects the best idea

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Convergent thinking generates multiple ideas, while divergent thinking evaluates and selects the best idea

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Divergent and convergent thinking are the same process

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Neither divergent nor convergent thinking is involved in the design thinking process

Question 18

In the design thinking process, which step involves putting yourself in the user's shoes to understand their needs?

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Empathize

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Ideate

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Prototype

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Test

Question 19

What is the primary goal of the 'Ideate' stage in design thinking?

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To generate a wide range of creative ideas

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To gather information about the user's needs

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To build a working model of the solution

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To evaluate the effectiveness of the solution

Question 20

During the 'Test' stage in design thinking, what is the main purpose of gathering user feedback?

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To identify areas for improvement and refinement

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To prove that the solution works as intended

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To demonstrate the final design to potential investors

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To gather data for marketing purposes

Question 21

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a successful design?

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It meets the user's needs effectively.

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It is visually appealing and stylish.

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It is made using expensive materials.

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It is complex and difficult to use.

Question 22

What is the role of empathy in the design thinking process?

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It helps designers understand and connect with the user's perspective and needs.

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It allows designers to generate more creative and innovative ideas.

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It prevents designers from making biased or discriminatory decisions.

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It is not a significant factor in the design thinking process.

Question 23

What is the main difference between a prototype and a final product in the context of design thinking?

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A prototype is a rough draft used for testing and feedback, while a final product is a refined and polished version ready for release.

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A prototype is a digital model, while a final product is a physical object.

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There is no difference between a prototype and a final product.

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A prototype is more expensive to produce than a final product.

Question 24

What is the purpose of sketching in the design thinking process?

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To communicate ideas visually and generate concepts

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To create detailed technical drawings

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To present the final design to clients

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To evaluate the effectiveness of the proposed solution

Question 25

How does feedback help make design thinking better?

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It shows where to improve the design.

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It makes the design process quicker.

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It's only needed for the final design.

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It's not useful in design thinking.

Question 26

In design thinking, what is the purpose of user research?

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To determine user needs and issues

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To generate potential solutions

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To build a prototype of the solution

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To assess the effectiveness of the solution

Question 27

Which of these is NOT a feature of a good design concept?

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High cost

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Novelty

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Feasibility

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Alignment with user requirements

Question 28

In design thinking, what distinguishes a problem from a solution?

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A problem requires a solution, whereas a solution addresses a problem.

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A solution is a solution, whereas a problem is a potential solution.

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A problem is a challenge, whereas a solution is an opportunity.

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In design thinking, problems and solutions are the same.

Question 29

What is the role of empathy in design thinking?

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Understanding the user's perspective

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Generating solution ideas

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Evaluating solutions' effectiveness

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Communicating with users

Question 30

In design thinking, which ethical principle is most important for designers to consider?

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Protecting user privacy

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Maximizing profit

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Using only eco-friendly materials

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Complying with all rules

Question 31

What is the main purpose of the 'Empathize' stage in design thinking?

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To understand the user's needs and perspectives

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To generate innovative ideas

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To build a physical prototype

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To test the solution's effectiveness

Question 32

Which of the following is a key consideration when generating ideas in the design thinking process?

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Quantity and diversity of ideas

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Focus on practical and affordable solutions

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Prioritizing aesthetics over functionality

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Using advanced software and technology

Question 33

What is the role of prototyping in the design thinking process?

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To validate the design and gather feedback

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To create a physical or digital representation of the solution

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To produce the final product

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To showcase the solution to potential investors

Question 34

How can design thinking help address sustainability concerns?

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By considering environmental impact at every stage of the design process

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By focusing on user needs and preferences

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By prioritizing cost-effective solutions

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By using only recycled and biodegradable materials

Question 35

In the design thinking process, what is the initial step?

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Identifying the user's wants and needs

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Developing ideas

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Building a prototype

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Testing the solution

Question 36

What is the primary purpose of creating a prototype in design thinking?

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To demonstrate and test potential solutions

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To collect user opinions

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To generate fresh ideas

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To finalize the design

Question 37

Which of the following is not a fundamental aspect of user-centered design?

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Focusing on making the design visually appealing

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Prioritizing user requirements

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Involving users in the design process

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Updating the design based on user input

Question 38

What is the purpose of brainstorming in design thinking?

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To come up with a wide range of ideas

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To evaluate and choose the best ideas

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To develop prototypes

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To test out solutions

Question 39

Which step is NOT included in the design thinking process?

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Manufacturing the product

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Empathizing with users

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Generating ideas

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Building a prototype

Question 40

What is the main goal of brainstorming in design thinking?

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To generate as many ideas as possible

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To evaluate and select the best ideas

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To build a functional prototype

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To test the solution with users

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using design thinking?

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Guarantees a successful outcome

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Promotes creativity and innovation

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Encourages collaboration and teamwork

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Helps prioritize user needs

Question 42

What does the term 'human-centered' mean in the context of design thinking?

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Focusing on the needs and experiences of users

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Using advanced technology to solve problems

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Considering the impact on the environment

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Creating products that are aesthetically pleasing