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Design Thinking · Agile + Design Thinking basics

7 questions · 7 marks · 3 papers

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Indian Institute of Technology Madras

BS Degree Programme · Examination & Study Paper

Design Thinking for Data-Driven App Development

Agile + Design Thinking basics

Official Paper

Examination Instructions & Guidelines

Solve on notebook/paper first before checking solutions.
MCQ: Exactly 1 option is correct. Negative marking applies.
Scientific calculator allowed for all calculations.
Official answer key is sealed at the end of this sheet.

End Term · 31 Aug 2025 (FN)End Term

Q1MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
Asked 2 times Key ↓
In Agile, what does the principle “working software over comprehensive documentation” imply? 1. Prioritize functional product 2. Documentation is not needed at all 3. Deliver incremental value quickly 4. Focus more on code than communication Select the correct answer from the options below:
1. A1, 2, and 3 only
2. B1 and 3 only
3. C2, 3, and 4 only
4. D1, 3, and 4 only

End Term · 31 Aug 2025 (AN)End Term

Q2MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
Asked 2 times Key ↓
Which of the following are core principles of Agile project management? 1. Customer collaboration over contract negotiation 2. Responding to change over following a plan 3. Comprehensive documentation over working software 4. Individuals and interactions over processes and tools Select the correct answer from the options below:
1. A1, 2, and 3 only
2. B1, 2, and 4 only
3. C2, 3, and 4 only
4. D1, 3, and 4 only
Q3MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
Key ↓
In Agile + Design Thinking, what are the benefits of running design sprints? 1. Quickly validate ideas before coding 2. Reduce waste from unwanted features 3. Ensure final designs are perfect before final release 4. Align the team on user needs Select the correct answer:
1. A1, 2, and 3 only
2. B1, 3, and 4 only
3. C1, 2, and 4 only
4. D2, 3, and 4 only

Quiz 2 · 3 Aug 2025 (AN)Quiz 2

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Q4MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
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What does "project scope" refer to in the context of Design Thinking & Agile project management?
1. AThe duration and timeline of sprints to develop the product
2. BThe specific goals, features, and deliverables agreed upon for the product
3. CA list of known risks and mitigation strategies during the project
4. DThe total financial resources, and project members allocated for the project
Q5MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
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Which statement best illustrates the iterative nature of Agile and Design Thinking?
1. AThe final solution is defined before development begins
2. BDesign is done once and then development is iterated
3. CRepeatedly test and improve ideas based on user feedback
4. DOnce a prototype is iterated, the solution is fixed
Q6MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
Key ↓
Which of the following best explains why Agile+Design Thinking are suitable approaches in early- stage app development projects?
1. AThey require fully defined user requirements before starting development
2. BThey embrace uncertainty and allow teams to adapt as user needs
3. CThey eliminate the need for user input by relying on expert intuition
4. DThey are suitable for projects with low complexity and short timelines
Q7MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
Key ↓
Which of the following best reflects the iterative mindset central to Design Thinking?
1. ABuild once, validate quickly, and deploy at scale
2. BSolve problems based on expert assumptions to avoid delays
3. CEmbrace early failure and refine solutions through cycles of testing
4. DFinalize the best solution during the ideation phase to reduce complexity

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