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DECISION MATRIX

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 12mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

How many steps are there in the decision-matrix model?

a)

4

b)

5

c)

6

d)

7

2.

What step in the decision-matrix model is making the decision?

a)

step 2

b)

step 3

c)

step 4

d)

step 5

3.

The first step in making a decision is to:

a)

A. Brainstorm possible solution

b)

B. Describe the problem or situation

c)

C. Identify the criteria and constraints

d)

D. Evaluate the decision

4.

Jake has a history test on Friday. Jake lists the various studying methods he can use to prep for the test. Which step in the decision-matrix process is this?

a)

A. Evaluate the decision

b)

B. Describe the situation

c)

C. List problem solution ideas

d)

D. Explore the options

5.

Why is the last step (step 5-sum + evaluate) important?

a)

A. It helps you to make your decision faster

b)

B. It helps you to think about your decision afterward to see if you would make that same decision again another time.

c)

C. It helps you always make the perfect decision

d)

D. It helps you make your decision based on what your friends do.

6.

What is the second step in the decision-matrix model?

a)

A. Describe the problem

b)

B. Evaluate

c)

C. List problem solution ideas

d)

D. Identify your values

7.

Jana finally decides which carnival game she is going to build for the Spring Fair. What step is this in the decision-making model?

a)

A. Step 2 - consider your options

b)

B. Step 3- Consider the consequences

c)

C. Step 4- Identify your values

d)

D. Step 5 - Sum, decide and act

8.

Having multiple ideas is always bad:

a)

A. True

b)

B. False

9.

The decision-matrix model will help you to:

a)

make perfect decisions

b)

compare potential design solutions

c)

help you to make impulsive decisions

d)

avoid responsible decisions

10.

Decision-matrix strategy in which you choose the alternative with the lowest level of risk

a)

Play it Safe

b)

Escape

c)

Trade Off

11.
What you give up when you choose one alternative over another. The alternative you don't choose.
a)
Trade-Off
b)
Opportunity Cost
c)
Instant Gratification
12.

Step 1 in the decision matrix process

a)

List your choices

b)

Identify your criteria and constraints

c)

Make a choice

13.

Step 2 in the decision matrix process

a)

List your choices

b)

Identify your problem

c)

Evaluate your decision

14.

Step 3 in the decision making process

a)

Evaluate your decision

b)

Create a rating scale

c)

List your choices

15.

Step 4 in the decision matrix process

a)

Identify the problem

b)

Evaluate your decision

c)

Rate each solution idea

16.

Step 5 in the decision matrix process

a)

Evaluate your decision

b)

List your problem

c)

List your choices

17.

Steve and Pamela are developing a new pair of socks for Hanes. They have determined that the socks should have the following:

1. Socks shall be water resistant

2. Socks shall be machine washable

3. Socks shall be ankle height

4. Socks shall be multi-colored

These items are considered:

a)

Assesments

b)

Criteria

c)

Design Breif

d)

Design Statement

18.

The picture below is called what?

a)

Design Brief

b)

Gantt Chart

c)

Decision Tree

d)

Decision Matrix

19.

Which of the following best describes an engineer?

a)

A person whose job is to keep or inspect financial accounts

b)

A person whose job involves selling or promoting commercial products

c)

A person who organizes and operates a business taking greater financial risks

d)

A person trained in technological and scientific knowledge to solve practical problems

20.

The process of repeating a series of steps over and over until the desired outcome is obtained is called

a)

Ideation

b)

Iterative

c)

Punative

d)

Associative

21.

First they wrote a design brief to define the problem and identify constraints. What activity might they want to consider next?

a)

Generate Technical Drawings

b)

Brainstorm Ideas

c)

Construct a Prototype

d)

Present their Solution

22.

A design team introduced existing technology into clothing that charges small electronic devices using simple body motions. Which term best describes this product?

a)

Case Study

b)

Invention

c)

Innovation

d)

Analysis

23.

How many stages are in the design process used in this course - Introduction to Engineering Design?

a)

5

b)

7

c)

6

d)

8

24.

Which phrase does NOT apply to brainstorming?

a)

A free-for-all exchange of ideas

b)

Piling on is Welcome

c)

Crticism is Allowed

d)

Quantity over quality

25.

An engineering notebook is recognized as a legal document that is used in patent activities.

a)

True

b)

False