Which of the following is a characteristic of 'Dark Patterns' in digital interfaces? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a characteristic of 'Dark Patterns' in digital interfaces?
A. Only accessible designs for disabled users
B. User interfaces that maximise clarity and user autonomy
C. Only aesthetically pleasing designs
D. User-interface designs that manipulate or coerce users into choices they would not otherwise make
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Dark patterns are deceptive or manipulative interface designs that steer users toward decisions—such as subscribing, sharing data or making purchases—that benefit the platform at the expense of the user’s true preferences.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
Which of the following is a characteristic of the 'Life-Cycle Hypothesis' of consumption?
A. Saving is independent of age
B. Consumption depends only on current income
C. Only permanent income matters and age is irrelevant
D. Individuals plan consumption over their entire lifetime

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The life-cycle hypothesis, associated with Modigliani, posits that individuals smooth consumption over their lifetime by saving during working years and dissaving during retirement.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'Goods and Services Tax' has a threshold exemption for small businesses to reduce:
A. imports
B. compliance burden
C. revenue
D. exports

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Threshold exemption reduces compliance burden for small businesses.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
Which of the following is NOT a measure to control inflation?
A. Increase in government expenditure
B. Open market sale of securities
C. Increase in CRR
D. Increase in bank rate

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Increase in government expenditure would increase aggregate demand and potentially worsen inflation. The other measures reduce money supply or credit and help control inflation.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1