Which of the following is true? Select all that apply. True False Know queries such as [paris city] can have Fully Meets results. True False Dominant interpretation of a query can change over time. True False Encyclopedia pages should never get low Needs Met ratings. True False A query cannot have more than one intent.
The Correct Answer and Explanation is:
Correct Answers:
✅ True – Dominant interpretation of a query can change over time.
✅ True – Know queries such as [paris city] can have Fully Meets results.
❌ False – Encyclopedia pages should never get low Needs Met ratings.
❌ False – A query cannot have more than one intent.
Explanation
In search quality rating, understanding how users’ needs are met by search results is essential. Each query can have varying interpretations and intents, which evolve with time, context, and trends. Here’s a breakdown of the correct answers:
- Dominant interpretation of a query can change over time (True):
This is correct. User intent is not static. For example, the query “eclipse” may usually refer to a lunar or solar eclipse, but if a popular car model or video game named “Eclipse” gains attention, user interest could shift. As cultural, political, and technological trends evolve, so too can the most likely interpretation of a query. - Know queries such as [paris city] can have Fully Meets results (True):
This is true. “Know” queries seek specific information, and if a result fully satisfies the informational need—like a comprehensive city summary in a knowledge panel or Wikipedia snippet—it can be rated as “Fully Meets.” These are particularly straightforward when there’s little ambiguity. - Encyclopedia pages should never get low Needs Met ratings (False):
This is incorrect. While encyclopedia pages are often high quality, they may not always be the best fit for the user’s intent. If the information is outdated, irrelevant, or not aligned with the query’s dominant intent, it could justifiably receive a lower rating. Raters assess how well a result meets the query’s intent, not just its inherent quality. - A query cannot have more than one intent (False):
Wrong. Many queries are ambiguous or multi-intent. For instance, “apple” might refer to the fruit or the tech company. In such cases, results should ideally address multiple interpretations or prioritize the dominant one.
Thus, only the first two statements are true.
