Practice C1.2 Inclusive design with authentic IB Design Technology (First Exam 2027) exam questions for both SL and HL students. This question bank mirrors Paper 1, 2, 3 structure, covering key topics like materials and processes, product design, and sustainability. Get instant solutions, detailed explanations, and build exam confidence with questions in the style of IB examiners.
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Level
Question 1
SL & HLPaper 2
A team of designers is tasked with reimagining a public park information kiosk that will serve tourists, local residents, elderly users, and people with various disabilities. The park authority wants the kiosk to support a high volume of users from diverse backgrounds and abilities, while maintaining simplicity and elegance in the design. They are analying the following features.
1.[2]
The screen features bright, clearly labelled icons with a black background.
(Fig 1)
Outline two reasons why Figure 1’s design improves accessibility for elderly users.
2.[1]
Physical control panel with a rotary dial, Braille labels, and audio jack for headphones
Identify one feature in Figure 2 that supports users with visual impairments.
3.[4]
Compare the strategies used in Figure 1 and Figure 2 to support users with different impairments.
4.[3]
Users can press a button to lower and tilt the screen to their preferred height.
Explain how Figure 3 demonstrates inclusive design principles.
5.[6]
Discuss how designing for extremes has been applied across all three figures in this kiosk system.
Question 2
SL & HLPaper 1
A smartphone that includes voice control benefits which of the following groups?
Question 3
SL & HLPaper 2
1.[4]
Explain why inclusive design is important in public infrastructure.
Question 4
SL & HLPaper 1
An electric toothbrush with larger grips and single-button use reflects:
Question 5
SL & HLPaper 1
Which element of this museum exhibit reflects inclusive design principles?
Question 6
SL & HLPaper 1
Why might designing to the 50th percentile be inappropriate for this product?
Question 7
SL & HLPaper 1
Why might inclusive design be avoided in competitive product markets?
Question 8
SL & HLPaper 1
Which of the following is a key challenge in applying inclusive design principles?
Question 9
SL & HLPaper 1
What inclusive feature is evident in this bus design?
Question 10
SL & HLPaper 2
Figure 2: A design specialist testing adjustable-height workstation prototypes with employees of varying physical statures to ensure ergonomic compliance.
1.[2]
Explain two ways the design team is applying inclusive design principles in this testing.