WorksheetsPLTW Lesson 1 Assessment Review
Total questions: 6
Worksheet time: 12mins
Based on the logic presented in the decision matrix above, which is the best design idea for modeling a puzzle cube?
Dice
Linking cubes
Sugar cubes
Foam blocks
Which of the following tools is used by engineers and scientists to document their brainstorming, sketches, design ideas, solutions, and testing results?
Engineering or scientific notebook
Isometric or Cartesian graph paper
Design brief or decision matrix
Digital or paper portfolio
What is the role of a team manager?
To document the team’s process as they work on a solution
To test the model and give feedback based on results
To make sure the team works together and all requirements are met
To present the team’s work and final design solution
Examine the ruler below. What is the length of the three-block construct measured to the red line?
2-3/8 in.
2-3/4 in.
2.3 in.
2-1/2 in.
Which Design Process Step involves brainstorming ideas and sketching them to identify the best possible solution?
Showed and described their solution to the group in charge of building the studio.
Brainstormed ideas for possible solutions.
Built and tested their solution.
Evaluated the design opportunity.
What is the first step the engineering students should take according to the Design Process Steps listed?
Created detailed technical drawings to use to produce their solution.
Evaluated the design opportunity.
Used the test results to identify any modifications needed.
Brainstormed ideas for possible solutions.
Which step in the Design Process involves using test results to improve the design?
Showed and described their solution to the group in charge of building the studio.
Created detailed technical drawings to use to produce their solution.
Used the test results to identify any modifications needed.
Built and tested their solution.
During which Design Process Step did the engineering students attach the camera to the mount and test it?
Showed and described their solution to the group in charge of building the studio.
Created detailed technical drawings to use to produce their solution.
Used the test results to identify any modifications needed.
Built and tested their solution.
What is the median time (in seconds) that the children played with the toy truck?
328 seconds
255 seconds
352 seconds
219 seconds
Which child played with the toy truck for the longest time?
Child 1
Child 2
Child 3
Child 4
How many children aged 5 are included in the study?
One
Two
Three
Four
What is the range of the time played with the toy truck by the children?
188 seconds
219 seconds
328 seconds
407 seconds
What is the range of the middle 50%?
150-250
170-230
160-240
180-220
Which age group will the toy truck be more suitable for: 5-6-year-old children or 7-8-year-old children?
5-6-year-old children
7-8-year-old children
Both age groups equally
The diagram does not provide enough information to determine suitability
A set of steps engineers follow to complete the design of an object or idea is called the
The Scientific Method
The Engineering Design Process
