Engineering Design Process Flashcard

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What is a prototype in the context of the engineering design process?

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A preliminary model of the solution.

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Why is creating a prototype considered a critical step in the engineering design process?

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It allows the design team to test the solution in the real world.

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During which step of the engineering design process do engineers test the prototype to see if it solves the problem?

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Testing and evaluating.

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What does the step of testing and evaluating involve in the engineering design process?

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Checking the prototype against the identified problem and requirements.

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Why is brainstorming solutions an important step in the engineering design process?

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It allows for the identification of the best possible solution.

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What is the first step in the engineering design process?

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Identifying a problem.

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What is the purpose of the engineering design process?

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To develop solutions to problems through a systematic approach.

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What is the role of feedback in the engineering design process?

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To improve the design based on testing results and evaluations.

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What is the final step in the engineering design process?

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Communicating the results and sharing the final product.

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What is the importance of defining the problem clearly in the engineering design process?

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It ensures that the design team focuses on the right issues.