MYP Design Topic Ergonomics and Comfort Questionbank

Question 1

While assembling a model, a student repeatedly bends their neck to read instructions lying flat on the table. Which change most directly improves the viewing posture?

A

Keep the instructions flat and ask the user to maintain the bent-neck position

B

Place the instructions on a shelf directly above the user's head

C

Move the instructions farther across the table while keeping them flat

D

Place the instructions on an angled holder near the user's forward line of sight

Question 2

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A medicine container must resist opening by young children but remain usable by an adult with weak hands. Which design strategy is most appropriate?

A

Remove all resistance so the cap turns with almost no effort

B

Require two coordinated movements, such as pushing and turning

C

Require enough grip strength that only strong adults can open it

D

Use a smooth, narrow cap that must be squeezed tightly

Question 3

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A student makes a suitcase handle using measurements from the intended users. Its ridge still hurts their fingers during use. What best explains this?

A

The discomfort proves that hand measurements are unnecessary.

B

The handle fits their hand size but concentrates pressure on their fingers.

C

The handle must fit comfortably if it matches their hand measurements.

D

The handle needs to be longer regardless of where the discomfort occurs.

Question 4

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A hinged paper cutter requires too much hand force. The blade and hinge must remain unchanged. Which handle modification would most directly reduce the operating force?

A

Move the gripping surface closer to the hinge

B

Make the lever heavier while keeping its dimensions unchanged

C

Provide a secure gripping surface that encourages users to hold farther from the hinge

D

Polish the gripping surface so that the hand slides toward the hinge

Question 5

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Why is lumbar support positioned against the small of the back on a work chair?

A