A company is making prototypes for a new computer system. Which of the following statements best describes an advantage of making several different prototypes?

• testing at the same time

• buying by many users

• production in large numbers

For a technology project, Kyle came up with an idea to build a model bridge. According to the engineering design process, which of the following should be Kyle's next step?

• construct prototypes

• research different designs

• gather material to build a bridge

A manufacturer has developed a textured surface for plastic cups. The manufacturer has produced prototypes. Which of the following is the next step in the engineering design process?

• market the new textured cups

• redesign the textured surface

• test and evaluate the prototypes

An engineer suggests using a robotic system to manufacture a particular chemical. Which of the following is most likely the engineer’s reason for making the suggestion?

• reducing the cost of materials

• reducing workers' exposure to chemicals

• increasing the cost of production

An automobile company plans to develop an electric car to sell in urban areas. Which of the following will help the company evaluate the potential market for these cars?

• scale models

• field tests

• consumer surveys

Sarah presented an idea for recycling used tires to an automotive company. If she followed the engineering design process, what was the first step in developing her idea?

• identifying a problem to solve

• selecting the best solution

• building a prototype

A company sent prototypes of a newly designed hair dryer for trial use to 100 homes along with a satisfaction survey. This process is part of which step in the engineering design process?

• communicating solutions

• evaluating outcomes

• researching the problem

You plan to build a solar stove. What criteria would best help you evaluate how well your model works?

• location of the test

• cost of the model

• the time it took to cook food

Your group plans to build a model desalination plant. When should you decide upon the criteria you will use to test your technological design?

• after the model is built

• after the model is tested

• before the model is built

Juan is going to design a kite. After doing research, Juan creates several different designs and selects the one he wants to use. What are the next two steps Juan should do in the design process?

• build a prototype and test it

• build and finish full-sized kites

• patent the design and sell it