Robotics & Engineering Pre-Assessment Beginning of Year

What is the unit of electric current?

• Volt

• Ampere

• Ohm

• Watt

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is a basic component of a robot's mechanical system?

• Transistor

• Gear

• Resistor

• Capacitor

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the primary function of a sensor in a robot?

• To provide power

• To process data

• To detect changes in the environment

• To store information

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which programming language is commonly used for robot programming?

• HTML

• Python

• CSS

• SQL

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the first step in the engineering design process?

• Testing

• Prototyping

• Identifying the problem

• Communicating results

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Calculate the resistance if the voltage is 10V and the current is 2A using Ohm's Law.

• 5 Ohms

• 20 Ohms

• 0.2 Ohms

• 12 Ohms

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which type of sensor would be most appropriate for detecting obstacles in a robot's path?

• Temperature sensor

• Ultrasonic sensor

• Light sensor

• Pressure sensor

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Explain why gears are used in mechanical systems.

• To store electrical energy

• To increase or decrease speed and torque

• To measure temperature

• To provide insulation

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Describe the role of a microcontroller in a robotic system.

• It acts as the brain of the robot, processing inputs and controlling outputs.

• It provides mechanical power to the robot.

• It stores large amounts of data.

• It converts AC to DC power.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Design a simple circuit that includes a battery, a switch, and an LED. Explain the function of each component.

• The battery provides power, the switch controls the flow of electricity, and the LED emits light when current flows through it.

• The battery stores data, the switch processes information, and the LED displays text.

• The battery converts AC to DC, the switch measures voltage, and the LED stores energy.

• The battery insulates the circuit, the switch increases voltage, and the LED measures current.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking