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WorksheetsTED Final Prep 2016-2017
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 45mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Identifying both desired elements and limitations of a product or system is called determining:
a)
requirements
b)
resources
c)
recommendations
d)
risks
2.
Compared to older battery technologies, lithium batteries can store more of what type of energy?
a)
Chemical
b)
Electrical
c)
Nuclear
d)
Mechanical
3.
Changing a furnace filter or air conditioning filter is an example of:
a)
troubleshooting a system to ensure safe and proper function.
b)
analyzing a system to ensure safe and proper function.
c)
maintaining a system to ensure safe and proper function.
d)
repairing a system to ensure safe and proper function
4.
The activities that might result in new or improved products and processes describe what activity used in industry?
a)
Production
b)
Research and Development
c)
Time Management
d)
Testing
5.
A newly constructed bridge was inspected to evaluate the load capacity of the bridge. During the inspection, fatigue cracks and stress fractures were discovered on the deck and supports. After reviewing the original plans, it was discovered the bridge was not built to original specifications (requirements). What did the engineers most likely ignore when designing the bridge?
a)
Planning and developing
b)
Criteria and constraints
c)
Testing the bridge
d)
Safety procedures
6.
The Detroit Ave, a game company, posts a recruitment ad on a social media website where graphic designers share and critique work. The Detroit Ave advertisement is an example of which type of communication purpose?
a)
Persuade designers to apply for a job
b)
Inform designers about the upcoming release
c)
Educate designers on their video games
d)
Entertain designers with interesting graphics
7.
Which design project would most likely require using computer-based simulation for testing?
a)
Truss bridge
b)
Rocking chair
c)
Screen door
d)
Baseball glove
8.
When atoms are split, they release a lot of thermal energy. The reaction must be controlled, or a reactor can overheat causing a meltdown. A reactor meltdown is a concern related to what type of energy?
a)
Nuclear energy
b)
Radiant energy
c)
Mechanical energy
d)
Electrical energy
9.
In an electric vehicle, what is considered to be the load?
a)
The batteries
b)
The electric motor
c)
The gasoline engine
d)
The operator
10.
Wind turbines are becoming a more popular form of energy. Which reason explains why wind turbine use is increasing?
a)
Wind turbines provide a clean, renewable source of energy
b)
Wind turbines do not produce the same amount of energy because of the varying nature of the wind
c)
Large wind farms are required to meet the needs of entire cities
d)
Wind turbines produce noise
11.
The purpose of a case study when conducting problem-solving research is to:
a)
select an appropriate solution to a problem.
b)
document where and how others have made mistakes in solving a problem.
c)
make sure the designer has not stolen other's solutions or ideas
d)
assess the current understanding of a problem
12.
A computer processor can become extremely hot and must be cooled. A heat sink is placed on top of the processor to extract its heat. What material should the heat sink be made from?
a)
Metal
b)
Ceramic
c)
Plastic
d)
Composite
13.
To stay competitive, companies create new technologies resulting in new processes. The following are results of new technologies except:
a)
computer companies creating faster computers.
b)
cell phone companies creating smaller cell phones.
c)
a farmer creating a milking machine.
d)
a car company changing management protocols.
14.
An example of a subsystem in a car is:
a)
the steering wheel
b)
the suspension
c)
the tire
d)
the windshield
15.
If a lever has the mechanical advantage of 5, how much force is needed to move an object that weighs 100 lbs?
a)
5 lb F
b)
10 lb F
c)
20 lb F
d)
25 lb F
16.
Using a tennis racket to swat flies is an example of:
a)
technology transfer
b)
an invention
c)
trade-off
d)
a discovery
17.
The process used to make a design or system as effective or efficient as possible is?
a)
Optimization
b)
Complex systems
c)
Nuclear Energy
d)
Divergent thinking
18.
A design challenge is given that says, create a birdhouse, but do not let it cost more than $20.00 in materials. The cost of the birdhouse would be considered a/an:
a)
criterion
b)
constraint
c)
requirement
d)
example
19.
A design team is making a new container for milk, and the customer needs the container to be tall. The size specification is considered a:
a)
criteria
b)
constraint
c)
limitation
d)
function
20.
The introduction of fast-food restaurants into the American way of life has had both positive and negative impacts. One negative impact is the belief that such restaurants have played a role in increasing the number of overweight people. This is an example of a/an:
a)
anticipated effect
b)
trade-off
c)
intended effect
d)
unintended effect
21.
Which provides the best information on how a device or system is designed to be operated?
a)
Manufacturer's operator manual
b)
Ones's own trial and error
c)
Guidelines offered by one's job supervisor
d)
Instructions from the previous operator
22.
Information to diagnose and repair a product or system is contained in the product:
a)
brochure
b)
magazine advertisement
c)
user's manual
d)
direction sheet
23.
The printing press, magnetic compass, paper money, and the waterwheel were invented during the:
a)
Middle Ages
b)
Iron Age
c)
Bronze Age
d)
Renaissance
24.
When testing electric motors, students discovered that when the input power increased, the speed of the motor shafts increased. Which graphical representation would best enable the students to systematically examine this relationship?
a)
Bar Chart
b)
Line Graph
c)
Pie Chart
d)
Scatter Plot
25.
A positive effect of transportation technology has been the ability to distribute goods to areas where they arenot manufactured. A negative effect has been linked to the illegal dumping of used tires. This is an example of a/an:
a)
anticipated effect
b)
trade-off
c)
intended effect
d)
unintended effect
26.
All are properties of metal except:
a)
Can be polished to lustrous finish
b)
Low density
c)
Malleable
d)
Good conductor of electricity
27.
An understanding of the interrelationships among technologies and other fields of study better enables one to use:
a)
technologies to find answers to scientific problems.
b)
processes to design, produce, and assess technology.
c)
mathematical models and simulations.
d)
the scientific method to solve scientific problems.
28.
Setting up auto pay on an electric bill is an example of what type of communication?
a)
Human to human
b)
Human to machine
c)
Machine to human
d)
Machine to machine
29.
The ratio of the output force produced by a working force applied to the effort.
a)
Mechanical Advantage
b)
Efficiency
c)
Work
d)
Power
30.
Advancements in mathematics and science usually result in advancements in:
a)
technology.
b)
digital media.
c)
social studies
d)
performing arts
31.
A new major highway is being planned to connect two small towns. Many of the townspeople want the highway but have major concerns, as it would pass directly through a historical area. The townspeople's concerns are an example of how technology has affected:
a)
the economy
b)
culture
c)
politics
d)
the environment
32.
When making a design proposal, it is critical to explain all of the:
a)
function of the product
b)
purpose of the product
c)
drawings of the final product
d)
original brainstorming list
33.
The invention of the transistor and microprocessor launched the:
a)
Information Age
b)
Industrial Revolution
c)
Renaissance
d)
global importing and exporting of goods
34.
In order to better understand the world and technology around it, with regards to invention and innovation, people need to understand:
a)
the history of technology
b)
the future of the country
c)
current political bills and laws
d)
the history of civilizations
35.
Innovations are the result of a series of refinements that have improved an invention overtime. This is the concept of:
a)
Scientific discovery
b)
Technological evolution
c)
Scientific method
d)
Technological mobility
36.
Tim is experimenting with different size bowling balls. He notices that even though he throws the different balls at the same speed, that the larger balls tend to cause the pins to move farther and faster when hit. The larger bowling balls have more of what type of energy?
a)
Mechanical
b)
Radiant
c)
Chemical
d)
Electrical
37.
The invention by the U.S. Army of a water filter that is now available for public use is an example of:
a)
a trade-off
b)
technology transfer
c)
design optimization
d)
streamlining
38.
Using the information below, determine the approximate amount of global carbon emissions as of the year 2000.
a)
750 million metric tons
b)
6,000 million metric tons
c)
6,750 million metric tons
d)
8,750 million metric tons
39.
In order for an engineer to assess if a designed system is operating correctly:
a)
information is necessary
b)
thinking is necessary
c)
feedback is necessary
d)
communication is necessary
40.
When solving design problems, it is important to clearly understand the problem. To accomplish this, it is important to:
a)
information is necessarysolve the problem
b)
define the problem
c)
classify the problem
d)
select the problem
41.
The Renaissance, which translates to "rebirth", represents a significant period of human history that resulted in major advancements of:
a)
industry and manufacturing
b)
natural sciences
c)
medical practices and procedures
d)
agriculture and irrigation
42.
Mr. Anderson has decided to ride the Amtrak train from North Carolina to Washington, DC. He orders his tickets online and pays with a gift card he received as a present. When he arrives at the depot, he goes up to a ticket machine and types in his confirmation number and he is dispensed a train ticket. What type of communication was Mr. Anderson engaged in at the train depot?
a)
Human to human
b)
Human to machine
c)
Machine to human
d)
Machine to machine
43.
In the information age, significant advancements in the areas of communication have come about. Which invention is not a product of the information age?
a)
Computer
b)
Television
c)
Cell phone
d)
MP3 player
44.
Using the information below, determine which year ranges showed the largest increase in carbon emissions.
a)
1916–1928
b)
1928–1940
c)
1940–1952
d)
1952–1964
45.
Integrated circuits, microprocessors, fiber optics, and computer networks have multiplied in use in the last few decades. What is the name of the age when these advancements were made?
a)
Industrial Age
b)
Information Age
c)
Data Age
d)
Digital Age
46.
Designing a vehicle within its given budget, the design team eliminated several features based on the original design. What is the relationship between criteria and constraints?
a)
Enhancing
b)
Competing
c)
Eliminating
d)
Complementing
47.
The process of planning, organizing, and controlling work is known as:
a)
design
b)
analysis
c)
measurement
d)
management
48.
In what time period did alphabet and coins come into general use?
a)
Iron Age
b)
Middle Ages
c)
Stone Age
d)
Information Age
49.
Coal ash from a coal-fired power plant has leaked into a nearby water system. The governor and the legislature are crafting a new law that would require cleaning of the water and proper disposal of the ash. The new law is an example of how technology has affected:
a)
the environment
b)
politics
c)
culture
d)
the economy
50.
Fundamental change in the technological world of the twenty-first century will most likely be accomplished using:
a)
the scientific method
b)
the money of well-informed individuals
c)
government studies and reports
d)
systems thinking
51.
What scientific principle would an electrictian need to know when designing and installing wiring in new construction?
a)
Volume and flow rates
b)
Ohm's law
c)
Convection
d)
Conduction
52.
On a desktop computer, what is an example of an output device?
a)
Keyboard
b)
Mouse
c)
Printer
d)
Microphone
53.
Which energy resource is considered renewable?
a)
Solar
b)
Oil
c)
Natral gas
d)
Uranium
54.
High school students are developing a Technology Education website to educate the local community about the school’s Engineering Design program. Which question is most likely to be asked in the problem analysis phase of the engineering design process?
a)
Who will be viewing the website?
b)
How will the success of the website be measured?
c)
What does the community need to know about the program?
d)
Are both sides of an issue included in the website?
55.
Closed-loop communication systems all have:
a)
digital signals, wires, and electronics.
b)
sensors, storage devices, and information displays.
c)
inputs, processes, outputs, and feedback.
d)
human operators, networks, and satellites dealing with input and output.
56.
Detailed directions are included with a product to ensure that it:
a)
functions as designed
b)
malfunctions when used.
c)
can be used for other functions.
d)
is not used.
57.
The changes in cell phones from one generation to the next generation is an example of:
a)
updating services
b)
technological evolution
c)
technological invention
58.
Many airplanes are constructed largely out of aluminum even though steel is a stronger material. This is an example of:
a)
choosing a more economical solution.
b)
designing for recycling
c)
optimizing design trade-offs
d)
developing a simple manufacturing system.
59.
The exchange of information in visual form, such as words, drawings, photographs, or a combination of these is:
a)
linear logo
b)
conceptual/graphic communication
c)
mathematical modeling
d)
virtual design.
60.
Using the information below, determine how many states fall below North Carolina in percentage of seat belt use?
a)
0
b)
4
c)
7
d)
8
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