IGCSE Business Studies - 4.1.3 Technology and Production Quiz

Which of the following best describes how technology has influenced modern production processes?

• Reduced product quality

• Increased labour costs

• Improved efficiency and consistency

• Limited product design options

How has the use of technology improved quality in production?

• By reducing the number of workers

• By automating management tasks

• By enabling real-time monitoring and testing

• By simplifying marketing strategies

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using technology in production?

• Lower productivity

• Faster production times

• Consistent product quality

• Reduced waste

What is the main difference between automation and mechanisation?

• Automation requires more manual input than mechanisation

• Mechanisation uses machines controlled by humans; automation involves self-operating systems

• Mechanisation is used only in agriculture

• Automation is less efficient than mechanisation

Which of the following is a major driving force behind businesses adopting automation?

• Increasing employment opportunities

• Reducing the variety of products

• Improving speed and accuracy

• Limiting the use of capital equipment

Why might a business automate its production processes?

• To increase reliance on manual labour

• To reduce capital investment

• To meet high demand quickly and consistently

• To increase the time taken to produce goods

What does CAD stand for?

• Computer Advanced Development

• Controlled Automated Design

• Computer-Aided Design

• Central Automation Device

How does CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) benefit production?

• It increases human errors

• It speeds up and standardizes manufacturing

• It reduces the use of machinery

• It focuses on marketing automation

Which of the following best describes how CAD improves product design?

• It limits creativity

• It allows quick and accurate virtual designs

• It replaces product marketing

• It removes the need for design approval

What is one major benefit of 3D printing in manufacturing?

• It reduces digital connectivity

• It increases mass production costs

• It enables fast prototyping and customisation

• It replaces all other manufacturing methods