PLTW Lesson 1 Assessment Review

Based on the logic presented in the decision matrix above, which is the best design idea for modeling a puzzle cube?

• Dice

• Linking cubes

• Sugar cubes

• Foam blocks

Which of the following tools is used by engineers and scientists to document their brainstorming, sketches, design ideas, solutions, and testing results?

• Engineering or scientific notebook

• Isometric or Cartesian graph paper

• Design brief or decision matrix

• Digital or paper portfolio

What is the role of a team manager?

• To document the team’s process as they work on a solution

• To test the model and give feedback based on results

• To make sure the team works together and all requirements are met

• To present the team’s work and final design solution

Examine the ruler below. What is the length of the three-block construct measured to the red line?

• 2-3/8 in.

• 2-3/4 in.

• 2.3 in.

• 2-1/2 in.

Which Design Process Step involves brainstorming ideas and sketching them to identify the best possible solution?

• Showed and described their solution to the group in charge of building the studio.

• Brainstormed ideas for possible solutions.

• Built and tested their solution.

• Evaluated the design opportunity.

What is the first step the engineering students should take according to the Design Process Steps listed?

• Created detailed technical drawings to use to produce their solution.

• Evaluated the design opportunity.

• Used the test results to identify any modifications needed.

• Brainstormed ideas for possible solutions.

Which step in the Design Process involves using test results to improve the design?

• Showed and described their solution to the group in charge of building the studio.

• Created detailed technical drawings to use to produce their solution.

• Used the test results to identify any modifications needed.

• Built and tested their solution.

During which Design Process Step did the engineering students attach the camera to the mount and test it?

• Showed and described their solution to the group in charge of building the studio.

• Created detailed technical drawings to use to produce their solution.

• Used the test results to identify any modifications needed.

• Built and tested their solution.

What is the median time (in seconds) that the children played with the toy truck?

• 328 seconds

• 255 seconds

• 352 seconds

• 219 seconds

Which child played with the toy truck for the longest time?

• Child 1

• Child 2

• Child 3

• Child 4