Which statement best distinguishes information architecture (IA) from task flows in UI design?

• A. IA structures visual styling tokens; task flows determine the layout grid
• B. IA structures content and navigation across the site; task flows map the steps a user takes to complete a goal
• C. IA is used only for backend development; task flows are for content strategy
• D. IA focuses on performance metrics; task flows focus on accessibility

Answer: (B)

Information architecture focuses on how content is organized and how users navigate through it—creating a logical structure, labels, categories, and a navigational map that helps people find what they need. Task flows (or user flows) diagram the step-by-step path a user follows to complete a specific goal, showing the sequence of screens, decisions, and actions.

So the best distinction is that IA defines the overall structure and how content is found, while task flows describe the exact steps a user takes to accomplish a task. The other statements mix roles: styling tokens and layout grids belong to visual design systems, IA isn’t limited to backend work, and performance or accessibility concerns are broader design considerations rather than defining the difference between IA and task flows.