Question 16
A file manager allows users to move files by dragging icons instead of typing commands. This primarily supports which design heuristic?
Freedom to explore
Consistency
Recognition over recall
Showing system status
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Recognition over recall
Question 16 of 25 in the IIT Madras BS Software Engineering (Software Engineering) End Term paper sat on 10 May 2026, in the January 2026 term (Software Engineering 06 May 26). It carries 4 marks.
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