D&T Year 12 - Outcomes 3.1+4.1

Four products are categorised according to market demand and manufacturing costs in the table. IMAGE Which product should generate the most income through sales?

• W
• X
• Y
• Z

Why do designers establish and review ‘criteria to evaluate success’ when designing?

• To increase the number of sales of a product
• To ensure environmental factors are considered
• To ensure the final design meets the specified needs
• To maintain product awareness for further refinement of innovative products

Why do information and communication technology (ICT) companies take risks with their products by supplying their software at discounted prices or free of charge to students?

• To test the software product prior to its release to industry
• To establish product familiarity in order to capture future market share
• To stop illegal software piracy by students copying and sharing computer programs
• To obtain personal data when the product is downloaded, and selling it to cover costs

How do entrepreneurs support the work of designers and generate value?

• They create or expand economic activity by promoting new products.
• They manage costs and gather research data for production of new products.
• They take financial risks to promote social acceptance of innovative products.
• They accept responsibility for design refinement and establishment costs of innovative products.

For an innovation to be successful, it must

• be advertised effectively.
• address the needs of users.
• have a registered trademark.
• be launched at an appropriate time.

The prototype of a product has been delivered on time and on budget but the client finds the prototype lacking in several expected functions. What should the designer have done initially to prevent this from happening?

• Conducted more market research
• Produced a more comprehensive financial plan
• Produced additional sketches with the prototype
• Conducted a detailed analysis of the design requirements

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of an entrepreneur?

• Being resilient
• Being a risk-taker
• Being legally responsible
• Being environmentally proactive

What is the primary purpose of conducting market research prior to product development?

• To formulate finance and action plans
• To determine suitable advertising methods
• To identify the needs and wants of the target audience
• To determine the values and beliefs of various cultural groups

Which combination of factors most influences the success of an innovation?

• Social demand and cultural values
• Product demand and social implications
• Timing and appropriate marketing strategies
• Ease of use and economical manufacturing processes