Inventions

What is an "invention"?

• something that has never been made before

• something that has been made before

• something that is being displayed

• something that is hot and sold out fast

What is the primary purpose of an "invention"?

• to create art

• to increase sales

• to entertain people

• to solve a problem

What is an example of a "technological invention"?

• a song

• the wheel

• a painting

• a novel

Which of the following best describes the term "innovation"?

• Creating something that is not functional

• Only improving aesthetics

• Making something new and useful

• Copying existing ideas

an electronic book which can be read on a small personal computer

• u-book

• e-book

• i-book

• a-book

What is "vital"?

• extremely useless

• extremely different

• extremely important

• extremely raw

Which of the following is a characteristic of a "breakthrough technology"?

• It is only used in niche markets

• It significantly changes the way we live or work

• It has no impact on society

• It is widely available and inexpensive

What is the main goal of "research and development"?

• To maintain the status quo

• To explore new ideas and create innovations

• To reduce costs only

• To focus solely on marketing

Synonym of "crucial"?

• extremely appealing

• extremely necessary

• extremely bright

• extremely intense

What does the term "prototype" refer to?

• A final product ready for sale

• An early sample or model of a product

• A marketing strategy

• A type of consumer feedback