Engineering, STEM, and the iPhone Revolution Quiz

What is the first step in the engineering design process?

• Testing and Evaluation

• Research

• Identifying the Problem

• Designing a Solution

Why is STEM education considered crucial in modern society?

• It promotes the study of history and arts.

• It encourages physical education.

• It fosters innovation and problem-solving skills.

• It emphasizes the importance of learning languages.

Which of the following was a key innovation of the 1st iPhone?

• Removable battery

• Multi-touch interface

• External memory card slot

• Infrared port

What is a common challenge in the engineering design process?

• Too few ideas during brainstorming

• Excessive budget and resources

• Limited time and financial constraints

• Lack of challenges and problems to solve

How did the 1st iPhone impact technology?

• It slowed down the development of mobile technology.

• It introduced the concept of wearable technology.

• It revolutionized the smartphone industry and set new standards.

• It had no significant impact on technology.

Which step comes immediately after identifying the problem in the engineering design process?

• Designing a Solution

• Testing and Evaluation

• Identify Criteria and Constraints

• Developing a Prototype

What was one of the challenges faced during the creation of the 1st iPhone?

• Making the device too large to fit in a pocket

• Integrating a physical keyboard

• Developing a user-friendly multi-touch interface

• Deciding on the color options for the device

Which of the following is NOT a step in the engineering design process?

• Asking for feedback

• Ignoring the problem

• Creating a prototype

• Testing the solution

___________ (last name only) was the engineer/inventor responsible for AC (alternating current power) and remote controlled devices

Which engineer is responsible for creating a version of a parachute, a 3 barrel cannon, and a primitive tank (military)?

• Nikola Tesla

• Leonardo Da Vinci

• Thomas Edison

• Benjamin Franklin