Engineering, Science, and Society: Unit 1 Lesson 1 MOD

Which of these best describes the field of engineering?

In the past, many people stored computer data on floppy disks. Eventually people began to use compact discs with greater storage capacity. Which of these best describes this situation?

Which statement is the best example of society influencing technology?

The social need to have living space, offices, and stores located in a downtown area led to technologies for constructing very tall buildings. Which of these needs most likely came about because of the new building technologies?

Household waste and trash is a problem that is addressed by many groups of people. Which group of people would most likely be responsible for answering the question “How can we build a system to recycle glass more efficiently?”

Which of these is an example of technology helping a scientist?

The image shows a common city scene.

What does this image best represent?

Choose all the examples of how a particular technology can lead to new technologies.

Both a toothbrush and a car are examples of technology.

Explain why both are considered technology.

The development of refrigeration technology and frozen-food technology met the need of allowing food to be stored longer.

Pick all the ways in which refrigeration helped people.