Which two of the following statements best describe why it's important to distinguish between tasks and subtasks?
Suggested Answer: D
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ISO 9241 -A family of standards covering human-centred design.
Note: 1.
ISO 9241 includes standards related to
a. Software ergonomics;
b. The human-centred design process;
c. Displays and display related hardware;
d. Physical input devices;
e. Workplace ergonomics;
f. Environment ergonomics;
g. Control centres

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Youlanda
11 months ago
I think subtasks can still have value in certain contexts.
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Ellsworth
11 months ago
Tasks drive use scenarios, that's key!
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Anissa
12 months ago
Wait, are subtasks really that unimportant?
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Alpha
12 months ago
Totally agree with that!
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Macy
12 months ago
Tasks are for primary users, subtasks for secondary ones.
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Nilsa
1 year ago
I vaguely remember that tasks are essential for scenarios, but I’m not clear on how subtasks fit into that. Maybe it’s option D?
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Jill
1 year ago
I’m a bit confused about the difference in context for tasks and subtasks. I think they both relate to user needs, but I can't recall the exact wording.
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Josefa
1 year ago
I think I saw a similar question in our practice tests, and I feel like tasks are definitely more critical for usability testing than subtasks.
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Ellsworth
1 year ago
I remember something about tasks being more about the overall goals while subtasks break those down, but I'm not sure which statements reflect that.
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Kiley
1 year ago
I'm a little confused by this question. The options don't seem to directly match the description. I'll have to re-read it a few times and see if I can figure out the right answer.
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Noel
1 year ago
Wait, I'm a little confused. Is the question asking about the probability of longer view durations leading to higher ad recall? Or is it about the percentage of variation explained? I want to make sure I understand before answering.
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Marisha
1 year ago
Skillset routing sounds familiar, but I'm questioning if it's related to AAMS directly. Maybe I should double-check that!
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Adelina
1 year ago
I remember studying about the impact of controllers on network scalability, but I'm not entirely sure if one controller per continent is the best option for backhaul channels.
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Alise
1 year ago
F makes sense, focus on the main tasks when defining navigation. Subtasks are just the little details, nobody cares about those. Unless, of course, you're a masochistic UX designer. *cries internally*
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Kattie
1 year ago
I guess it's all about finding the right balance between tasks and subtasks in design.
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Helaine
1 year ago
True, subtasks may seem like little details, but they can make a big difference in usability.
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Nelida
1 year ago
But don't you think the subtasks are important for providing a seamless user experience?
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Mohammad
1 year ago
I agree, focusing on the main tasks is crucial for navigation.
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Staci
1 year ago
E looks good too, both tasks and subtasks are used to derive user requirements. But I'll go with C and D as the best answers. Gotta keep it simple, right?
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Jamie
1 year ago
Lol, A sounds like something straight out of a corporate jargon generator. 'Indirect users'? What is this, a tech support helpline?
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Carlene
1 year ago
B) According to the master-apprentice model: tasks are for the master; subtasks are for the apprentice
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Nieves
1 year ago
Haha, yeah, 'indirect users' sounds so formal and fancy.
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Desire
1 year ago
A) Tasks are for primary users; subtasks are for secondary and indirect users
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Nada
1 year ago
I'm not sure about B, the master-apprentice model doesn't seem directly relevant here. But I agree with the others, tasks are more important for defining user needs and navigation structure.
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Leila
1 year ago
E) Tasks are used to derive user needs. Both tasks and subtasks are used to derive user requirements
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Gail
1 year ago
C) Tasks can be used to create usability test tasks: subtasks should be avoided as the basis for usability test tasks, because they have no inherent value in isolation
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Carol
1 year ago
A) Tasks are for primary users; subtasks are for secondary and indirect users
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Eloisa
2 years ago
C and D seem like the correct answers to me. Tasks are the main basis for use scenarios, while subtasks are used for task models. Usability test tasks should focus on the main tasks, not the smaller subtasks.
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Johana
1 year ago
Yes, usability test tasks should focus on the main tasks rather than the subtasks.
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Bernardo
1 year ago
I agree, tasks are for use scenarios and subtasks are for task models.
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Janey
2 years ago
That makes sense too. Both answers highlight the importance of distinguishing between tasks and subtasks for different user groups.
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Tora
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe the correct answer is E) Tasks are used to derive user needs. Both tasks and subtasks are used to derive user requirements.
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Janey
2 years ago
I think the best answer is A) Tasks are for primary users; subtasks are for secondary and indirect users.