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3. Implications of Wider Issues (OCR)

Total questions: 35

Worksheet time: 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

__________ ____________ is an area of computer science that emphasizes the creation of intelligent machines that work and react like humans.

(a)  

2.

(a)   is a technological and scientific authentication method based on biology and used in information assurance.

3.

_______ _______ is the use of computer technology to create a simulated environment.

(a)  

4.

Which of the following is not a new and emerging technology?

a)

AI

b)

VR

c)

Drones

d)

Dyson Vacuum Cleaner

5.

Which new and emerging technology would be useful in a disaster relief situation?

a)

Driverless Cars

b)

Drones

c)

Virtual Reality

d)

Artificial Intelligence

6.

What is the difference between Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)?

a)

They are the same, just a different wording

b)

VR is only partly virtual

c)

VR is fully immersive, AR is adding virtual objects to a real setting

d)

AR is a cheaper version of VR

7.

_______ ____________ is a policy of producing consumer goods that rapidly become obsolete and so require replacing, achieved by frequent changes in design, termination of the supply of spare parts, and the use of non- durable materials

(a)  

8.

_________ ____________ is when a customer is convinced that he/ she needs an updated product even though the product is working well.

(a)  

9.

Which one of the following is a not a renewable source of energy?

a)

Wind

b)

Solar

c)

Oil

d)

Hydroelectric

10.

Which one of the following is a renewable source of energy?

a)

Gas

b)

Solar

c)

Oil

d)

Coal

11.

Which of the following is the energy of motion?

a)

Kinetic Energy

b)

Thermal Energy

c)

Chemical Energy

d)

Exothermic Energy

12.

Which of the following energies relates to heat?

a)

Kinetic Energy

b)

Thermal Energy

c)

Chemical Energy

d)

Exothermic Energy

13.

Which of the following energies requires a reaction and transformation?

a)

Kinetic Energy

b)

Thermal Energy

c)

Chemical Energy

d)

Exothermic Energy

14.

A linear economy consists of making, using and _________

a)

Disposing

b)

Recycling

c)

Reusing

d)

Repairing

15.

Which of the following is not conducive to a circular economy?

a)

Sending rubbish to landfill

b)

Recycling waste

c)

Repairing broken products

d)

Reusing old parts for new products

16.

The introduction, growth, maturity and decline of a product is known as what?

a)

Life Cycle Assessment

b)

Product Lifecycle

c)

Product Lifecycle in 4 stages

d)

Lifecycle Analysis

17.

Which of the following symbols suggests that a company has made a financial contribution to recycling and sustainability?

a)
b)
c)
d)
18.

Which of the following symbols encourages correct disposal of packaging?

a)
b)
c)
d)
19.

Which of the following symbols helps to identify the type of plastic that has been used in a product or it's packaging?

a)
b)
c)
d)
20.

Which of the following symbols refers specifically to timber sourcing and production?

a)
b)
c)
d)
21.

FSC stands for:

a)

Forrest Stewardship Council

b)

Forrest Stewardship Community

c)

Forrest Sustainability Council

d)

Forrest Safety Council

22.

FSC approved timber means that:

a)

It is sourced sustainably through replanting and protection of wildlife & habitats

b)

It has a superior quality to other timbers

c)

It can be used without processing or kiln drying

d)

Wood faults are less likely to develop than in other timbers

23.

Select the appropriate topic for the following statement:

Products should encourage positive interactions such as healthy eating and family time, whilst maintaining an inclusive and accessible aspect for those with additional needs. 

a)

Social Issues

b)

Moral Issues

c)

Economic Issues

d)

Environmental Issues

24.

Select the appropriate topic for the following statement:

Designers and manufacturing companies have a responsibility of being fair and honest. Looking at the safety of a product for consumers and how the product is made. Unfortunately, many products we buy are manufactured by people who are not paid much and who work in poor conditions.

a)

Social Issues

b)

Moral Issues

c)

Economic Issues

d)

Cultural Issues

25.

Select the appropriate topic for the following statement:

A successful product should consider where it will be marketed, research their beliefs and understand that a design may receive completely different responses in different countries.

a)

Social Issues

b)

Moral Issues

c)

Economic Issues

d)

Cultural Issues

26.

Select the appropriate topic for the following statement:

Many modern products are manufactured by computer controlled systems (CAM), resulting in the loss of jobs, but some new jobs are created for more experienced skilled workers.

a)

Social Issues

b)

Moral Issues

c)

Economic Issues

d)

Cultural Issues

27.

Select the appropriate topic for the following statement:

The 6rs are a list of criteria that helps designers minimise the impact of their product during and at the end of its life.

a)

Social Issues

b)

Moral Issues

c)

Economic Issues

d)

Environmental Issues

28.

What does this symbol mean?

(a)  

29.

Which of the following is not true of 'Fairtrade' products?

a)

Fairtrade provides fair working conditions for farmers

b)

Fairtrade provides fair pay for farmers regardless of their yield

c)

Coffee is the most well known Fairtrade product

d)

Fairtrade provides a better quality product

30.

What does this symbol mean?

a)

Environmentally Friendly

b)

Compostable

c)

Plant Based

d)

Young Tree Growing

31.

A ______ _________ is the amount of carbon dioxide produced by any human activity and its effects on the environment.

(a)  

32.

What is the correct definition?

Material inputs and outputs can be seen as either biological or technical nutrients. 

Technical nutrients can be recycled or re-used with no loss of quality. Whereas biological nutrients can be composted or consumed. Both help create a sustainable and waste free future.

a)

Cradle to Cradle

b)

Cradle to Grave

c)

Linear Economy

d)

Circular Economy

33.

A Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a method used to:

a)

Assess how much CO2 a product has produced

b)

Follow a product through it's life from sourcing to disposal

c)

Assess the environmental impact of a product at every stage of its life

d)

A Circular Economy

34.

Which of the following is not a stage in a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)?

a)

Sourcing Materials

b)

Manufacture

c)

Use/Maintenance

d)

Lending/Borrowing

35.

What does this image represent?

a)

Lifecycle Assessment (LCA)

b)

Product Life Cycle in 4 stages

c)

The Environment

d)

Sustainability Cycle