Exploring Design and Technology Concepts

What is a holistic approach to design and production?

• Focusing solely on the aesthetic aspects of a product

• Considering all aspects including function, aesthetics, and sustainability

• Prioritising cost over quality

• Ignoring user feedback

Which of the following is a factor that influences design on society?

• The colour of the product

• The cultural significance of the design

• The weight of the product

• The size of the product

What is the first step in identifying needs and opportunities in design?

• Creating a prototype

• Conducting market research

• Evaluating existing products

• Brainstorming ideas

Which of the following is a technique for creative and innovative idea-generation?

• Copying existing designs

• Brainstorming

• Ignoring user feedback

• Focusing on cost reduction

What is the role of experimentation in the design process?

• To finalise the design

• To test and refine ideas

• To increase production costs

• To eliminate creativity

Which of the following is an example of ethical and responsible design?

• Using non-renewable resources

• Designing products with planned obsolescence

• Creating products that are environmentally sustainable

• Ignoring the impact on local communities

What is meant by 'preferred futures' in design?

• Designing for the past

• Creating designs that are outdated

• Envisioning and designing for future needs and possibilities

• Ignoring future trends

How do trends in technology influence design?

• They have no impact on design

• They dictate the materials used in design

• They inspire new design possibilities and solutions

• They limit creativity in design

What is the importance of communication and presentation techniques in design?

• To confuse the audience

• To clearly convey design ideas and concepts

• To hide design flaws

• To increase production costs

Which of the following best describes enterprising activity in design?

• Focusing only on profit

• Innovating and taking risks to create new opportunities

• Avoiding competition

• Copying successful designs