Technology In Action, 10e.

Chapter 2 Soundbyte: Healthy Computing

Testbank

MULTIPLE CHOICE.    Choose the one alternative that best completes the statement or answers the question.
1)
Which of the following is/are caused by the mismatch between movement and muscle capacity?
A)
musculoskeletal disorders
B)
viruses
C)
stress
D)

lumbar support issues

A
Type: MC

2)
Where should your feet be in the perfect ergonomic setup?
A)
propped on an elevated surface, not crossed
B)
crossed and on the floor
C)
crossed and propped on an elevated surface
D)

flat on the floor

D
Type: MC

3)
Where should your forearms be positioned when you are using the keyboard?
A)
with your elbows away from your sides
B)
slanting upward
C)
parallel to the ground
D)

slanting downward

C
Type: MC

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 4)
What is the science of fitting the workspace to the worker?
A)
workplace safety
B)
MSD
C)
biometrics
D)

ergonomics
D
Type: MC

5)
Which is NOT a requirement for an ideal chair for the workplace?   
A)
support for the legs without pressure on the back of the knees
B)
wheels
C)
lumbar support that fits the curve of your back
D)

allows your feet to be flat on the ground

B
Type: MC

6)

Which of the following is NOT true about the correct placement of your keyboard?
A)
You should use a wrist rest.
B)
It should be placed on an adjustable shelf below the desk.
C)
You should place it at least four inches above your lap.
D)

You should ensure your forearms are parallel to the ground.

C
Type: MC

7)

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What can you do to reduce wrist strain while typing?
A)
use a wrist rest
B)
use a wireless keyboard
C)
practice typing
D)

use a DVORAK keyboard

A
Type: MC

8)
Where should you place your mouse?
A)
on the left side of your desk
B)
on the right side of your desk
C)
below the keyboard
D)

level with the keyboard

D
Type: MC

9)
What causes computer vision syndrome?
A)
improper placement of the monitor
B)
small screen size
C)
glasses that are not specifically for use with computer monitors
D)

a low-resolution monitor
A
Type: MC

10)
What is the perfect ergonomic position for your monitor?
A)
close to the document reader
B)

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approximately six inches below eye level
C)
directly in front of you
D)

slightly to your left

C
Type: MC

SHORT ANSWER.    Write the word or phrase that best completes each statement or answers the question.
11)
An ergonomically suitable chair provides ________ support that fits the curve of your lower back.
lumbar
Type: SA

12)

The ideal distance between your eyes and the monitor is a(n) ________.

arm's length

Type: SA

13)
Keyboard misplacement can result in physical injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome and ________ .
tendonitis
Type: SA

14)
The top of the screen should be two or three inches ________ eye level.

above

Type: SA

15)
Headaches, blurred vision, and a sore neck can be caused by poor placement of the ________.
monitor
Type: SA

16)
When using your computer make sure your lighting is sufficient but is not producing a ________ on the screen.

glare

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Type: SA

17)
Keyboards should be placed on an adjustable shelf below the desktop, a couple of inches ________ your lap.

above
Type: SA

18)
The chair ________ should be easily adjustable to accomodate your individual needs.
height
Type: SA

19)
________ tries to fit the workspace to the worker to avoid injury.
Ergonomics
Type: SA

20)
Match the following terms to their meaning.
I. ergonomics A. caused by incorrect keyboard placement
II. tendonitis B. caused by incorrect monitor placement
III. burning eyes C. reduces chances of MSDs
IV. glare D. caused by incorrect lighting
V. blinking E. reduces eye strain

C, A, B, D, E
Type: SA

1)

A
2)
D
3)
C
4)
D
5)
B
6)
C
7)
A
8)

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D
9)
A
10)
C
11)
lumbar
12)
arm's length
13)
tendonitis
14)
above
15)
monitor
16)
glare
17)
above
18)
height
19)
Ergonomics
20)
C, A, B, D, E

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