Technological Systems Pre-Quiz

A ____________ is a set of parts working together that operates as part of another system.

• Subsystem

• Substructure

• Subtext

• Subcomponent

A system without a feedback path that requires human intervention is called a(n) ____________-loop system.

• Open

• Ordinary

• Closed

• Combined

A systematic approach used to figure out why an MP3 player is not working is called:

• Maintenance

• Scientific method

• Device systems

• Troubleshooting

Commercial passenger airlines allow more people to travel to more places. Allowing people to travel to more places is considered a ________________ technological impact.

• Medical

• Positive

• Variable

• Negative

Inspecting an airplane on a scheduled timetable is part of the ____________ process.

• Problem-solving

• Troubleshooting

• Maintenance

• Cleaning

Of the systems listed below, which of the following is a closed-loop system?

• A toaster

• A bicycle

• A refrigerator

• A hammer

Requirements that are placed on the development of a system or product are known as:

• Criteria

• Ideas

• Techniques

• Measurements

The ability to do work is called:

• Energy

• Application

• Extrusion

• Analysis

The development of nanotechnology may cause two competing nations to enter a disruptive and unstable arms race. This would be considered a ____________ technological impact of nanotechnology.

• Fixed

• Positive

• Negative

• Variable

The handlebars on a bicycle are considered part of which transportation subsystem?

• Control

• Gain

• Suspension

• Acceleration