Navigating the Engineering Design Process Through a Taco Party

The video uses the analogy of making tacos to explain the engineering design process. It starts with identifying a problem, researching requirements, brainstorming solutions, and creating a prototype. Testing and feedback lead to iterations and improvements. Finally, the solution is finalized and shared, demonstrating the complete design process.

What is the first step in the engineering design process?

• Testing prototypes

• Gathering feedback

• Defining a problem or need

• Brainstorming solutions

What should you consider when researching design requirements?

• None of the above

• Only the ingredients available

• Ingredients available, budget, time, number of people, dietary restrictions

• Just the budget and time

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Why was PB and J on corn tortillas not a successful prototype?

• It was too spicy

• It was too dry

• It was too sweet

• It was gross

What is the term used for making changes based on test and user feedback?

• Brainstorming

• Iterating

• Researching

• Prototyping

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What was the initial feedback on the veggie tacos?

• They were too salty

• They were too dry

• They were too sweet

• They were too spicy

What ingredient was added to the veggie tacos to improve them?

• Cheese

• Salsa

• Guacamole

• Sour cream

What did the testers suggest adding to the tacos for more flavor?

• Lemon juice

• Pepper

• Salt

• Hot sauce

Who did you call to bring the hot sauce?

• Alex

• Sam

• Jamie

• Taylor

What time did your friends start arriving?

• 7:30 PM

• 7:15 PM

• 8:00 PM

• 7:00 PM

What was the final outcome of the engineering design process?

• An incomplete project

• A successful taco party

• A new recipe for PB and J

• A failed prototype

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