Interview Questions

Exponent - "This is another Diagnosis problem. To answer this question, we suggest you use our framework (along with the TROPIC method) to be as thorough as possible. The framework is as follows: Ask clarifying questions List potential high level reasons Gather Context (TROPIC)Time Region Other features / products (internal) Platform Industry / Competition Cannibalization Establish a theory of probable cause Test theories Propose solutions Summarize "See full answer

Exponent - "This is one of the core behavioral questions that you should expect to cover in any interview. In particular, it asks you to justify why you want to work at a specific company that you've applied for. There's no right answer for this, however we do recommend you list at least three distinct reasons. Here's an example of what you might say: > That's a great question. There are three main reasons why I want to work on Oculus:Shaping a generation > Interesting product problems > Mentorship > I'll g"See full answer

Cynthia B. - "Up and down when they do stuff"See full answer

Exponent - "You should be able to identify this as a Strategy Question, which asks you to justify high-level business decisions and strategy. Below are some reasons why Instagram may have removed the like count. > That's a great question. I think there are three core reasons for why Instagram removed the like count. Specifically I'd say these are the reasons in order of importance:To increase posting engagement > To improve perception and generate goodwill > Move attention to other features > I'll go in"See full answer

Umesh V. - "I collaborate with the marketing team by understanding their goals and making sure my work aligns with their needs. If we're working on a website or app, I ask them about branding, target audience, and key messaging. For example, if they want to increase user engagement, I help by improving UI/UX, adding interactive elements, or making the site load faster. I also take their feedback seriously—if they need changes in design or content placement, I adjust accordingly."See full answer

Kevin Z. - "362880"See full answer

Exponent - "This is a Fermi problem — an estimation or approximation problem with limited information and back-of-the-envelope calculations. There's no right answer: interviewers want to understand how you think and how well you can explain your reasoning, rather than what you already know. Recall the formula for Fermi problems: Ask clarifying questions Catalog what you know Make equation(s) Think about edge cases to add to equation **Breakdown components of your equat"See full answer

Exponent - "This is an Improve a Product question with a slight twist. We have to both pick the product we're planning to improve, and offer at least three improvements. Let's first go over the Improve a Product formula: Ask clarifying questions Identify users, behaviors, and pain points State product goal Brainstorm small improvements Brainstorm bolder improvements Measure success Summarize Now, let's begin! Ask clarifying questions Before we beg"See full answer