Assignment 4
Technology In Action, Complete, 11e
Chapter 2 Sound Byte Labs
Healthy Computing
Introduction: If you aren't careful about your work habits, long hours in front of the computer can cause both long-term and short-term health problems. The positioning of your chair, desk, keyboard, mouse, and monitor can all make a difference.
Learn how to spot problems and to position your computer equipment for maximum efficiency and minimal strain.
This activity contains 14 questions.
1. Which of the following is NOT a healthy computing habit?
a. The top of the monitor is 2-3 inches below eye level.
b. The seat should not cause pressure at the back of your knees.
c. The mouse should be at about the same level as the keyboard.
d. The keyboard should be placed on an adjustable shelf below the desktop.
2. An ideal chair for the workplace does all of the following EXCEPT__________.
a. include lumbar support that fits into the curve of your lower back
b. allow your feet to be flat on the ground
c. support your legs without applying pressure to the back of your knees
d. allow legs to make contact with the sides of the chair
3. Incorrect placement of your keyboard can cause __________.
a. migraine headaches
b. stress fractures
c. carpal tunnel syndrome
d. sore neck
4. To reduce wrist strain, use a __________.
a. wireless keyboard
b. trackball
c. wrist rest
d. an adjustable chair
5. ________ is the science of fitting the workspace to the worker.
a. Congenerics
b. Metrics
c. Ergonomics
d. Biometrics
6. Which of the following is NOT a preventative measure for computer vision syndrome?
a. Placing the monitor off-center
b. Avoiding glare on the screen
c. Placing the monitor at the correct height
d. Placing the monitor at the correct distance
7. Which of the following is NOT an action to prevent eye strain while working at a monitor?
a. Focus on one spot on the screen for long periods of time
b. Use proper lighting
c. Blink your eyes frequently
d. Look away from the screen every few
Chapter 2 Sound Byte Labs
Healthy Computing
Introduction: If you aren't careful about your work habits, long hours in front of the computer can cause both long-term and short-term health problems. The positioning of your chair, desk, keyboard, mouse, and monitor can all make a difference.
Learn how to spot problems and to position your computer equipment for maximum efficiency and minimal strain.
This activity contains 14 questions.
1. Which of the following is NOT a healthy computing habit?
a. The top of the monitor is 2-3 inches below eye level.
b. The seat should not cause pressure at the back of your knees.
c. The mouse should be at about the same level as the keyboard.
d. The keyboard should be placed on an adjustable shelf below the desktop.
2. An ideal chair for the workplace does all of the following EXCEPT__________.
a. include lumbar support that fits into the curve of your lower back
b. allow your feet to be flat on the ground
c. support your legs without applying pressure to the back of your knees
d. allow legs to make contact with the sides of the chair
3. Incorrect placement of your keyboard can cause __________.
a. migraine headaches
b. stress fractures
c. carpal tunnel syndrome
d. sore neck
4. To reduce wrist strain, use a __________.
a. wireless keyboard
b. trackball
c. wrist rest
d. an adjustable chair
5. ________ is the science of fitting the workspace to the worker.
a. Congenerics
b. Metrics
c. Ergonomics
d. Biometrics
6. Which of the following is NOT a preventative measure for computer vision syndrome?
a. Placing the monitor off-center
b. Avoiding glare on the screen
c. Placing the monitor at the correct height
d. Placing the monitor at the correct distance
7. Which of the following is NOT an action to prevent eye strain while working at a monitor?
a. Focus on one spot on the screen for long periods of time
b. Use proper lighting
c. Blink your eyes frequently
d. Look away from the screen every few