Pop Quiz Engineering

The first step in the Engineering Design Process is:

• Construct and Test a Prototype

• Define the Problem

• Develop a Solution

• Present the Solution

A student team is designing a device to reduce water waste. They brainstorm ideas and create rough sketches. Which design process step are they in?

• Define the Problem
  

• Generate Concepts

• Evaluate Solution

• Present the Solution

True or False: Iteration (repeating steps of the design process) is common and encouraged in engineering.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following is NOT part of a good problem statement?

• Identifies the need or problem

• Lists who is affected

• Includes specific solutions

• States the criteria and constraints

A prototype is best described as:

• A final market-ready product

• A test model built to evaluate a design

• A list of criteria and constraints

• A finished drawing

In a design team, one member dominates all discussions. What is the best strategy to ensure effective teamwork?

• Let the member lead since they are confident

• Encourage equal participation from all members

• Ignore them and move on with your own work

• Vote them off the team

Which of the following is a benefit of teamwork in engineering design?

• Faster solutions without mistakes

• More diverse ideas and perspectives

• Everyone always agrees

• Fewer design iterations

True or False: Conflict in a design team is always negative and should be avoided.

• TRUE

• FALSE

When team members record meeting notes, assign roles, and follow deadlines, they are practicing:

• Team Norms

• Brainstorming

• Iteration

• Documentation

Scenario: A team disagrees on which concept to prototype. What would be the best next step?

• Choose randomly to save time

• Use a decision matrix to evaluate options

• Let the leader decide alone

• Drop the project