Quiz 2 Review

Which is not a reason to use a model?

• Object is hard too see (too big/small)

• Object is too dangerous

• Object is too complex

• Object is easy to see

This represents an idea, event or object in order to better understand it

• Technology

• Model

• Theory

• Law

Which type of model is 3D?

• Physical

• Mathematical

• Conceptual

• Computer

Which model uses equations and graphs?

• Physical

• Mathematical

• Conceptual

• Computer

Which model uses diagrams and pictures?

• Physical

• Mathematical

• Conceptual

• Computer

A simulator is a type of ______ model.

• Physical

• Mathematical

• Conceptual

• Computer

Models can be changed.

• True: If new information is gathered.

• True: If someone feels like it

• False

All models are practical for all situations.

• True

• False

All models are wrong but some are useful.

• True

• False

Models do not show every part of the object, event or idea. This is a

• Limitation

• Good thing

• Theory

• Law