12.05 Front End Code Libraries And Frameworks - Quiz

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1. What is the primary purpose of front-end frameworks in complex web applications?

   • To make websites look better
   • To provide structured approaches for routing, state management, and component organization { data-correct }
   • To reduce the amount of HTML needed
   • To make websites load faster

2. Which of the following is a key benefit of template engines in server-side rendering?

   • They eliminate the need for CSS
   • They allow dynamic HTML generation using back-end data { data-correct }
   • They automatically optimize images
   • They handle user authentication

3. What is the main advantage of using a component library?

   • It reduces server load
   • It provides pre-designed, reusable UI elements for consistency and faster development { data-correct }
   • It eliminates the need for JavaScript
   • It automatically handles responsive design

4. When would you choose to build bespoke code instead of using a library?

   • When you have a tight timeline
   • When you need unique requirements and full control over implementation { data-correct }
   • When your team lacks experience
   • When you want faster development

5. What does “state management” mean in the context of front-end frameworks?

   • Managing the visual appearance of components
   • Controlling and synchronizing data across different parts of an application { data-correct }
   • Handling server requests
   • Managing user permissions

6. Which factor would most strongly favor using an existing library over building custom code?

   • Need for unique features
   • Performance-critical requirements
   • Tight development timeline { data-correct }
   • Small team size

7. What is a utility-first CSS approach?

   • Writing CSS from scratch for each component
   • Using small, single-purpose classes that can be combined { data-correct }
   • Only using CSS for utilities like margins and padding
   • Avoiding CSS frameworks entirely

8. What should you consider when evaluating whether to adopt a front-end framework?

   • Only the size of the framework file
   • Project complexity, team experience, timeline, and maintenance requirements { data-correct }
   • Just the popularity of the framework
   • Only the visual design capabilities

9. What is the purpose of routing in single-page applications (SPAs)?

   • To optimize network requests
   • To navigate between different views without full page reloads { data-correct }
   • To manage server-side logic
   • To handle user authentication

10. Which approach would be best for a simple informational website with minimal interactivity?

    • Complex JavaScript framework with state management
    • Minimal custom code with progressive enhancement { data-correct }
    • Heavy component library with extensive features
    • Server-side rendering framework