How is the participatory design process characterized?

The correct answer is C. End users participate and assist in the design process from the beginning of the project. Participatory design is an approach in which actual end users are actively involved in the design and development process from the very start of the project. This ensures that the product reflects real user needs and perspectives. Option A describes documentation practices, not…

Submitted by anjalisingh· Apr 18, 2026Stakeholder Engagement

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AA well-planned and well-documented process is documented for each of the iterations in the
BUsers including project team members participate in the planning process for the project plan.
CEnd users participate and assist in the design process from the beginning of the project.
DA high level brainstorming process is conducted for the project team and the project sponsor.

How the community answered

(46 responses)

A
2% (1)
B
7% (3)
C
87% (40)
D
4% (2)

Explanation

Participatory design is an approach in which actual end users are actively involved in the design and development process from the very start of the project. This ensures that the product reflects real user needs and perspectives. Option A describes documentation practices, not participatory design. Option B incorrectly limits participation to just the project team in planning. Option D describes a brainstorming session, which is a specific technique and not the definition of participatory design.

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