PLTW PRE/POST TEST

What is the primary goal of rapid prototyping in the context of Innovators and Makers?

• Mass production

• Testing and validation of designs

• Cost reduction

• Market research

Which of the following is an example of additive manufacturing?

• CNC machining

• 3D printing

• Lathe turning

• Injection molding

What is the first step in the design thinking process?

• Ideation

• Prototype

• Empathize

• Test

In the context of innovation, what does the acronym "STEM" stand for?

• Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics

• Sustainable Technologies Enhancing Modernization

• Systems, Tools, Engineering, Mechanics

• Strategy, Teamwork, Efficiency, Management

What is the purpose of a makerspace in an educational setting?

• Traditional lectures

• Collaborative learning and hands-on projects

• Individual study only

• Computer programming only

Which of the following is a characteristic of user-centered design?

• Focuses on production efficiency

• Prioritizes the needs and preferences of end-users

• Ignores user feedback

• Maximizes profits at any cost

What does CNC stand for in the context of digital fabrication?

• Computer Numerical Control

• Centralized Networking Control

• Creative Numeric Construction

• Computerized Nano Coating

What role does iteration play in the innovation process?

• It slows down the process

• It increases costs

• It allows for refinement and improvement of ideas

• It is unnecessary in innovation

Which of the following is a key ethical consideration in product design and innovation?

• Maximizing profits regardless of consequences

• Environmental sustainability

• Ignoring user feedback

• Rapid production without testing

What is the significance of open-source hardware and software in the maker movement?

• It restricts access to innovation

• It promotes collaboration and sharing of knowledge

• It increases costs for innovators

• It limits creativity and innovation