4th grade design process review

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What do telephones, steam engines, and washing machines have in common?

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They solve problems.

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What is the first step in the design process when engineers read about other people's experiments?

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Doing research.

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What is the main purpose of developing a prototype?

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To test whether or not the product will work.

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When an engineer has multiple designs to choose from, which design should they select?

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The one that meets all the important needs.

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What problem does GPS technology solve for a bus driver?

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The bus driver might get lost.

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What is the design process?

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A series of steps that engineers follow to come up with a solution to a problem.

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Why is it important to identify a problem before starting the design process?

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Identifying a problem helps to focus the design efforts on finding a solution.

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What is a prototype?

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A working model of a product used to test and evaluate its design.

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What role does testing play in the design process?

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Testing helps to determine if the design works as intended and meets the requirements.

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What is the significance of gathering feedback during the design process?

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Feedback helps to improve the design and address any issues before final production.