Question 1

A command button runs a command that affects the contents of the Web page or the Web browser itself.

Accepted Answer

A command button typically triggers a function or procedure that performs some action on the web page, such as submitting data or navigating to a new page. It can also affect the behavior or appearance of the web browser, depending on the specific command and implementation.

Question 2

Data values do not need to be tested or validated before they are used.

Accepted Answer

While it is possible that some data values may not require testing or validation before use, it is generally best practice to ensure data quality and accuracy before making decisions or taking action based on that data. This can help to prevent errors and errors can have consequences, especially in high-stakes situations such as healthcare or finance.

Question 3

One way of organizing a form is to group similar fields into field sets.

Accepted Answer

Grouping similar fields into field sets improves the organization and user experience of a form by visually grouping related information together.

Question 4

A single Web page can contain at most one form.

Accepted Answer

A single web page can contain multiple forms.

Question 5

A password text box hides text entered by the user.

Accepted Answer

A password text box is designed to hide the text entered by the user, for the purpose of security and privacy.

Question 6

Check boxes are selected by default.

Accepted Answer

Check boxes are not usually selected by default and require an action from the user to select them.

Question 7

Among the attributes included with the <form> tag are attributes that include information on how to process the form.

Accepted Answer

The <form> tag includes several attributes that determine how the form data will be processed, such as the action attribute for the URL to which the form data will be sent, and the method attribute for the HTTP method to be used (e.g. GET or POST).

Question 8

Access keys can be used with hyperlinks and are particularly helpful to users with impaired motor skills who find it difficult to use a mouse.

Accepted Answer

Access keys allow users to activate hyperlinks using keyboard shortcuts, which can be useful for those who have difficulty using a mouse.

Question 9

The earliest and most common of the languages used for server-based programs are called CGI scripts, written in a language called Perl.

Accepted Answer

CGI scripts were commonly written in Perl in the early days of server-based programming.

Question 10

One advantage of the current validation checks is that they occur after a user has completed and submitted the form.

Accepted Answer

Validation checks that occur after a user has completed and submitted a form can lead to a frustrating user experience, as it requires users to wait for feedback and potentially correct errors they could have addressed in real-time with immediate validation. Immediate or real-time validation provides instant feedback, helping users correct errors as they go, which is generally considered more user-friendly and efficient.

Question 11

PHP and ASP are popular languages widely used today for writing server-based programs.

Accepted Answer

PHP and ASP are both popular languages used for writing server-side programs.

Question 12

Typically, forms only contain form elements and no page elements.

Accepted Answer

Forms can also have page elements such as headings, paragraphs, and images for additional context and instructions.

Question 13

An access key is a single key that you type in conjunction with the Alt key for Macintosh users.

Accepted Answer

In Macintosh, access keys are called "keyboard shortcuts" and they use the Command key instead of the Alt key.

Question 14

Users are limited to a single selection from a selection list.

Accepted Answer

Selection lists can be designed to allow users to make multiple selections, not just a single selection, depending on how they are configured.

Question 15

Field sets are block elements that limit the numbers of characters the text box can hold.

Accepted Answer

Field sets are actually used to group related form elements together for styling and accessibility purposes. They do not limit the number of characters a text box can hold. This is typically done through the "maxlength" attribute in HTML or through form validation in JavaScript.

Question 16

HTML supports tags that allow you to create forms and analyze the information submitted on forms.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Unlike a default field value, a placeholder is not stored in the data field and is not sent to the server as a field value.

Accepted Answer

A placeholder is only a visual cue for the user and is not stored or sent as a field value.

Question 18

HTML allows you to formally link a label with an associated text box element for scripting purposes.

Accepted Answer

HTML provides the <label> element to correctly associate text labeling with form controls. This improves accessibility and also makes it easier to select the associated element through scripting, such as using the label's "for" attribute to target the corresponding text box element's ID.

Question 19

The get method appends the form data to the end of the URL specified in the action attribute.

Accepted Answer

This is true. The GET method sends the form data as a query string in the URL. The URL is then appended with the form data.

Question 20

When the <input> tag is used to create radio buttons, the tag also creates labels for radio buttons.

Accepted Answer

The label for a radio button should be created using the tag, not automatically generated by the tag.

Quiz 6: Creating a Web Form