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Science Finals Study Guide

Total questions: 24

Worksheet time: 12mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Scientists use models for all of the following except

a)

to conduct safety tests on new or existing items

b)

to make predictions that affect our everyday lives

c)

to study a true representation of how a system operates

d)

to answer difficult questions that cannot be answered by direct observation

2.

Simulations

a)

can be used to improve the performance of a piece of technology

b)

can be used to predict future events

c)

can be used to test designs in a less expensive way

d)

all of the above are true

3.

__________________ models allow scientists to study objects that are too small, too large, too distant, or too dangerous to view completely.

a)

Concept

b)

Physical

c)

Mathematical

d)

None of the above

4.

__________________models are comprised of numbers and equations to show patterns or make predictions.

a)

Concept

b)

Physical

c)

Mathematical

d)

None of the above

5.

______________________models are representations of relationships within processes of a system that cannot be directly observed.

a)

Concept

b)

Physical

c)

Mathematical

d)

None of the above

6.

A model of the water cycle is an example of a

a)

scale model

b)

physical model

c)

mathematical model

d)

conceptual model

7.

A model of a race car purchased at a hobby shop is an example of a

a)

conceptual model

b)

physical model

c)

mathematical model

d)

simulation

8.

A graph in which the relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable can be shown with a straight line is called a

a)

Bar graph

b)

Linear graph

c)

Nonlinear graph

d)

Circle graph

9.

When the value of one variable increases as the value of the other also increases, the relationship is said to be

a)

A direct relationship

b)

An inverse relationship

c)

Non-existent

d)

Decreasing relationship

10.

What are the advantages of using the SI System of Measurement?

a)

Scientists worldwide can compare and share observations and results

b)

Unit conversions can be made by adding or subtracting by a multiple of 10

c)

Both a and b

d)

None of the above

11.

When a pitcher consecutively pitches a dozen strikes low and on the outside corner, his pitching would be considered

a)

Accurate

b)

Precise

c)

Both accurate and precise

d)

Neither accurate nor precise

12.

The actual measurement of the mass of an object is 14.6g. You tripled checked your measurement of that same object and calculated 18g, 18.2g, 18.1g. Your measurements are

a)

Accurate

b)

Precise

c)

Both accurate and precise

d)

Neither accurate nor precise

13.

__________is the application of science and math to solve real -life problems

a)

Creative thinking

b)

A trade-off

c)

Engineering

d)

Redesigning

14.

The product made and modified during the engineering and design process is called

a)

A prototype

b)

technology

c)

science

d)

none of the above

15.

Which of the following is not true about technology

a)

The goal of technology is to meet human needs

b)

Technology is the application of science for practical purposes

c)

Technology includes only electronic advancements

d)

All of the above are true statements

16.

the acronym S. T. E. M. stands for

a)

Solving Technological and Engineering Matters

b)

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

c)

Science Teamwork Evolves Minds

d)

Stressed Teachers Educate Many

17.

What could be the next step when a prototype does not show promise through the testing and evaluation?

a)

Return to the brainstorming age

b)

Revise the prototype by modifying the design

c)

Send the prototype to a company for productions

d)

a or b are correct options

18.

The following are examples of career areas in engineering

a)

environment, electrical, mechanical

b)

education, nursing, physical

c)

robotic, chemical, architectural

d)

both a and c

19.

Engineers perform a____________________to compare negative and positive effect involving technology.

a)

life-cycle analysis

b)

Pugh chart

c)

risk-benefit analysis

d)

prototype

20.

To determine how a technology might affect the environment from the time it is made, sold and used to the time it must be disposed of, engineers do a

a)

life-cycle analysis

b)

Pugh chart

c)

risk-benefit analysis

d)

prototype

21.

A great way to compare features is to

a)

create a prototype

b)

make a risk-benefit analysis

c)

design and use a Pugh chart

d)

both a and b

22.

A______________is a group of interacting parts that work together to do a job.

a)

system

b)

prototype

c)

trade-off

d)

all of the above

23.

Input is to output as

a)

entering is to exiting

b)

open is to closed

c)

control is to feedback

d)

all of the above

24.

Which part of a flashlight is the control and is it automatic or manual?

a)

switch, automatic

b)

light bulb, automatic

c)

switch, manual

d)

light bulb, manual