Exploring the Engineering Design Process

What is the first step in the Engineering Design Process (EDP)?

• Create

• Plan

• Imagine

• Ask

Which of the following is NOT a key element to consider in the 'Ask' step?

• Understanding limitations

• Identifying the problem

• Learning from similar devices

• Brainstorming solutions

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

What is the main focus of the 'Imagine' step in the EDP?

• Testing the solution

• Evaluating the outcome

• Creating a solution

• Brainstorming ideas

Why is it important to take notes during the 'Imagine' step?

• To document the final solution

• To create a detailed plan

• To track the evolution of ideas

• To list the materials needed

Tags

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

What is the best way to plan your solution in the 'Plan' step?

• By testing the solution

• By creating a diagram

• By evaluating the outcome

• By brainstorming

Tags

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

What should you do if you fail to plan properly?

• You will succeed

• You will need more materials

• You will likely fail

• You will need to brainstorm again

Tags

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

What is the main activity in the 'Create' step of the EDP?

• Brainstorming ideas

• Following the plan to build the solution

• Evaluating the solution

• Identifying the problem

Tags

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

What does 'AR' stand for in the 'Create' step?

• Ask and Respond

• Attempt and Revise

• Analyze and Report

• Assemble and Review

Tags

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

What is the primary goal of the 'Improve' step in the EDP?

• To identify the problem

• To create a detailed plan

• To brainstorm new ideas

• To evaluate and enhance the solution

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

What should you do after identifying what works and what doesn't in the 'Improve' step?

• Start the EDP over again

• Create a new solution

• Brainstorm new ideas

• Document the final solution

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4