Introduction to Technology

Chapter 4: Design and Problem Solving

Self Check Quiz

1
Modifying an existing product is called
A)invention.
B)human factors engineering.
C)innovation.
D)unity.
2
John Deere invented the first steel
A)windmill.
B)automobile.
C)plow.
D)ships.
3
What is another term for ergonomics?
A)human factors engineering
B)proportion
C)balance
D)green design
4
The principles of design include all of the following, except
A)contrast.
B)unity.
C)proportion.
D)innovation.
5
What do engineers construct to test a new design?
A)a steel plow
B)a model or prototype
C)a finished product
D)a theory
6
Which of the following is part of problem solving?
A)collecting information
B)developing possible solutions
C)defining the problem
D)all of the above
7
Engineers who cannot find the reason for a malfunction may turn to
A)criteria and constraints
B)troubleshooting
C)brainstorming
D)trade-offs
8
Part of defining the problem is writing a problem
A)program
B)solution
C)statement
D)sequence
9
During brainstorming, even silly ideas are considered because
A)it makes the process more fun.
B)it is good to get sidetracked.
C)they might trigger other ideas that work.
D)they are usually the best ideas.
10
The best way to test a solution is
A)to manufacture and sell it.
B)to put it to work.
C)think about it.
D)start over from the beginning.
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