Product Development & Evaluation

In product development the noise levels produced by a vacuum cleaner would be evaluated using ...

• qualitative measures

• telephone surveys

• quantitative measures

• comparative testing

Which of the following is a qualitative evaluation?

• weighing a piece of tuna

• tasting a piece of tuna

• considering the price of tuna at the market

• measuring the length of a tuna fish

Fuel consumption of passenger aircraft is measured using.....

• quantitative methods.

• qualitative methods.

A __________________evaluation could also be considered a statistical analysis.

Primary functions of a mobile telephone is.....

• make and receive calls.

• take photographs.

• providing a hot spot for internet.

• accessing online gaming.

Which of the following are secondary functions of a ski jacket?

• To look fashionable and on trend.

• To protect you from snow and winter weather.

• Providing pockets to store personal items and snacks.

• Zippers you can use whilst wear thick gloves.

Product attributes are................................

• specifications provided by the manufacturer.

• what it needs to do.

• who was responsible for its design.

• features of a product, its characteristics and qualities.

Tick which may be considered product attributes of a sun lounge.

• the selection of weather resistant materials

• how it looks and feels.

• the sale cost or value for money

• how it performs or function.

Ergonomics is a parameter of which design factor?

• Sustainability

• Purpose, function & context

• User-centred design

• Legal responsibilities

Use of the design principle of balance is a parameter of which design factor?

• Purpose, function and context

• Visual, tactile and aesthetic

• Innovation and creativity

• Economics - time and cost