PLTW Unit 2

This part of the brain coordinates movement and balance.

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Amygdala

• Hippocampus

• Prefrtonal Cortex

What is a neuron?

• A nerve cell that is wired to send signals to the different parts of the brain.

• A brain cell that does not work.

• A scared cell that is wired to make you go crazy.

• That funny looking thing you taught us about.

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The junction between 2 neurons is called the

• dendrite

• axon

• node of Ranvier

• synapse

What is the primary focus of PLTW Unit 2 in the context of Science?

• Engineering Design Process

• Principles of Biomedical Science

• Computer Science Essentials

• Environmental Sustainability

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Which of the following is a key component of the engineering design process taught in PLTW Unit 2?

• Hypothesis Testing

• Iterative Prototyping

• Chemical Analysis

• Genetic Sequencing

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In PLTW Unit 2, students learn about the importance of constraints in design. Which of the following is an example of a constraint?

• Budget limitations

• User preferences

• Aesthetic appeal

• Market trends

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PLTW Unit 2 emphasizes the use of models. Which type of model is primarily used to test physical properties?

• Mathematical Model

• Computer Simulation

• Physical Prototype

• Conceptual Diagram

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What is a common method for evaluating the success of a design in PLTW Unit 2?

• Peer Review

• Market Analysis

• User Testing

• Patent Filing

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In the context of PLTW Unit 2, what is the significance of brainstorming?

• To finalize the design

• To generate a wide range of ideas

• To test the prototype

• To conduct market research

Which scientific principle is often applied in PLTW Unit 2 when designing structures?

• Newton's Laws of Motion

• Law of Conservation of Mass

• Theory of Relativity

• Quantum Mechanics

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