Question 1

The dialog box in the Android environment can be used for multiple activities, such as alerting the user, displaying progress bars, and so on.

Accepted Answer

The dialog box in the Android environment can be used for various activities like alerting the user, displaying progress bars, and so on.

Question 2

A simple way to think of a tablet is as a large smartphone.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

Consumers of all ages are spending more time playing games on tablets.

Accepted Answer

According to various studies and surveys, it is true that consumers of all ages are spending more time playing games on tablets.

Question 4

Which of the following is not a recommended design approach?
A) Focusing primarily on "cool" interactions
B) Keeping screens uncluttered
C) Using flexible dimension values
D) Using larger fonts on tablets

Accepted Answer

Focusing primarily on "cool" interactions may lead to neglecting usability and functionality in favor of aesthetics, which is not a recommended design approach. The other options are recommended design approaches.

Question 5

AVD is short for ____.
A) Aftermarket Value Depreciation
B) Alternative Viewing Display
C) Android Virtual Devices
D) Anonymous Virtual Design

Accepted Answer

AVD stands for Android Virtual Devices, which are emulated devices that can be used to test and run Android applications on a computer.

Question 6

The Android platform is notoriously difficult to port to devices other than phones and tablets; therefore, it has not seen much use outside these markets.

Accepted Answer

While it may be more difficult to port to certain devices, Android has seen use in a variety of markets beyond just phones and tablets, including wearables, TVs, and automotive systems.

Question 7

The Android market includes an increasing number of tablet sales.

Accepted Answer

The Android market has seen an increase in tablet sales in recent years, as more manufacturers produce Android-based tablets and consumers seek out alternatives to Apple's iPad.

Question 8

To create a new column to a TableLayout, you cam simply ____.
A) add a view to a row
B) change the column property
C) drag the last row over
D) instantiate a column object

Accepted Answer

To create a new column in a TableLayout, you can add a view to a row by calling the addView() method. The new view will automatically create a new column in the table.

Question 9

The width of a table column is determined by the ____.
A) padding property
B) size of the screen
C) width of the largest cell in the column
D) width property

Accepted Answer

The width of a table column is determined by the width of the largest cell in the column. The padding property and width property can be used to adjust the space within the cell, but they do not affect the overall width of the column. The size of the screen is not directly related to the width of a table column.

Question 10

Only smartphone Android platforms keep the system's current date and time.

Accepted Answer

Both Android and iOS platforms have the capability to keep and manage the system's current date and time.

Question 11

The Android ____ operating system is designed specifically for tablet use.
A) Donut
B) Gingerbread
C) Honeycomb
D) Ice Cream Sandwich

Accepted Answer

Honeycomb was specifically designed for tablet use, while the other options were designed for both smartphones and tablets.

Question 12

When  you create an Android tablet app, the minimum required SDK should be set to ____ to cover the oldest Android tablets. ​
A) Cupcake
B) Donut
C) Froyo
D) Honeycomb

Accepted Answer

Honeycomb (Android 3.0) was the first version of Android specifically designed for tablets, so setting the minimum required SDK to Honeycomb ensures compatibility with the oldest Android tablets.

Question 13

A(n) ____ application is converted in real time to run on a variety of platforms.
A) emulated
B) native
C) soft
D) user

Accepted Answer

Emulated applications are converted in real time to run on different platforms by mimicking the original environment.

Question 14

All of the following options are navigation buttons except for ____ .
A) Back
B) Home
C) Multitasking
D) Next

Accepted Answer

The answer of All of the following options are navigation...

Question 15

For an Android 3.0 application, the minimum SDK version is ____.
A) 7
B) 8
C) 11
D) 13

Accepted Answer

Android 3.0 (also known as Honeycomb) was released with SDK version 11, so the minimum SDK version for an Android 3.0 application is 11.

Question 16

When designing an app for use on both smartphones and tablets, you should create different experiences for each device.

Accepted Answer

Smartphones and tablets have different screen sizes and resolutions, so creating a different user experience for each device can make the app more optimized for each specific device. However, there should still be consistency in terms of branding, layout, and overall functionality across both versions.

Question 17

When designing Android apps, use dimension values px and pt rather than dp and sp.

Accepted Answer

The recommended practice when designing Android apps is to use dp and sp (density-independent pixels and scale-independent pixels) to ensure that the app's layout adjusts properly on different screen densities and sizes. Using px and pt (pixels and points) can result in inconsistent display across devices.

Question 18

A(n) ____ application creates an optimal user experience based on common tablet screen size.
A) emulated
B) native
C) proprietary
D) turn-based

Accepted Answer

A native application is specifically designed for a particular platform and therefore can take advantage of the platform's unique features and capabilities, including optimizing the user experience for common screen sizes. Emulated applications are designed to imitate another operating system or platform, proprietary applications are closed source and owned by a specific company, and turn-based applications are games that involve players taking turns.

Question 19

After deploying an app on the Android Market, it is a good idea to monitor user comments and reviews in order to improve the usability of the app.

Accepted Answer

Monitoring user feedback can provide valuable insights into areas where improvements can be made, as well as identifying any bugs or issues that need to be addressed. This can ultimately lead to a better user experience and increased app downloads.

Question 20

Due to larger real estate available on tablets, it is best to keep launcher icons small, or no larger than 72 X 72 pixels.

Accepted Answer

The recommended size for launcher icons on tablets is typically larger than 72x72 pixels to ensure clarity and visibility on larger screens.

Quiz 8: Design Using a Datepicker on a Tablet

The dialog box in the Android environment can be used for multiple activities, such as alerting the user, displaying progress bars, and so on.

A simple way to think of a tablet is as a large smartphone.

Consumers of all ages are spending more time playing games on tablets.

Which of the following is not a recommended design approach?

AVD is short for ____.

The Android platform is notoriously difficult to port to devices other than phones and tablets; therefore, it has not seen much use outside these markets.

The Android market includes an increasing number of tablet sales.

To create a new column to a TableLayout, you cam simply ____.

The width of a table column is determined by the ____.

Only smartphone Android platforms keep the system's current date and time.

The Android ____ operating system is designed specifically for tablet use.

When you create an Android tablet app, the minimum required SDK should be set to ____ to cover the oldest Android tablets. ​

A(n) ____ application is converted in real time to run on a variety of platforms.

All of the following options are navigation buttons except for ____ .

For an Android 3.0 application, the minimum SDK version is ____.

When designing an app for use on both smartphones and tablets, you should create different experiences for each device.

When designing Android apps, use dimension values px and pt rather than dp and sp.

A(n) ____ application creates an optimal user experience based on common tablet screen size.

After deploying an app on the Android Market, it is a good idea to monitor user comments and reviews in order to improve the usability of the app.

Due to larger real estate available on tablets, it is best to keep launcher icons small, or no larger than 72 X 72 pixels.

When you create an Android tablet app, the minimum required SDK should be set to ____ to cover the oldest Android tablets.