GCSE Unit 1 Revisit and checking Misconceptions

What is the primary goal of sustainable design practices?

• To increase production speed

• To reduce environmental impact

• To maximise profit

• To enhance product aesthetics

Which of the following is a digital manufacturing technique?

• Hand carving

• 3D printing

• Injection moulding

• Sand casting

What does product lifecycle analysis primarily assess?

• The aesthetic appeal of a product

• The cost of production

• The environmental impact throughout a product's life

• The marketing strategy for a product

Which of the following is considered an emerging technology in design?

• Steam engines

• Virtual reality

• Typewriters

• Rotary phones

What is an ethical consideration in technology?

• The speed of technological advancement

• The cost of new technology

• The impact on employment

• The colour of the product

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Solar power

• Nuclear power

What is the main advantage of using biodegradable materials?

• They are cheaper to produce

• They decompose naturally

• They are more durable

• They are more colourful

Which of the following materials is commonly recycled?

• Glass

• Wood

• Leather

• Silk

What is the primary concern of using finite energy resources?

• They are expensive

• They are non-renewable

• They are difficult to transport

• They are inefficient

Which of the following is a fairtrade material?

• Synthetic rubber

• Cotton

• Plastic

• Aluminium