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WorksheetsTechnology in Business and Design Worksheet
Total questions: 63
Worksheet time: 34mins
What is the main advantage of using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD or Sketchup?
It allows for hand-drawn sketches
It allows the designer to draw a product in detail and modify it quickly
It is only used for 2D designs
It is slower than traditional methods
Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM) allows products and components to be made to the same high standard.
True
False
Using information Communication Technology (ICT) is important to a company aiming to expand and improve efficiency. The use of good ICT also improves _______ services and customer demand.
customer
internal
financial
logistics
Which of the following is NOT an application of ICT in business?
Database development
Website design
Direct mail marketing
Manual typewriting
The internet is one of the ways in which media companies/businesses advertise. What is the main form of this advertising?
Television commercials
Newspaper ads
Advertisements or 'prompts' on media focused websites
Radio jingles
What is tele-marketing often used for by media companies, especially sales departments?
To generate appointments with potential customers.
To design advertising graphics.
To manage company finances.
To produce television shows.
What is the objective of tele-marketing?
To entertain customers
To secure appointments that lead to orders
To create advertisements
To provide technical support
Company Directory Software is used in tele-marketing to identify decision makers within companies and capture their details.
True
False
Why is the use of good ICT important for a company?
It helps a company expand, improve efficiency, and improves customer services and customer demand.
It increases the company’s tax rate and reduces employee satisfaction.
It limits the company’s ability to communicate with customers.
It makes the company less competitive in the market.
From database development, website design to market research, translation software, direct mail marketing and training, the application of ICT is critical for ________.
economic success
physical fitness
culinary skills
musical talent
What is one example of how the internet is used for direct marketing?
The i-Tunes website recommends music or DVDs to customers based on their purchases, which is a form of direct marketing.
A company uses the internet to post job openings on its website.
A news website provides daily updates on current events.
A university uses the internet to share research papers with students.
The use of ICT in business is only important for large companies.
True
False
What is the main objective of tele-marketing as described in the passage?
To entertain customers
To secure appointments that lead to orders
To create advertisements
To develop new products
Company Directory Software is used to identify ________ within companies, capturing their details.
decision makers
office locations
software licenses
company vehicles
Direct mailing is a way in which companies send material or product information directly to ______ customers.
potential
existing
random
inactive
Which of the following is NOT a form of direct mailing mentioned in the passage?
Mailing through post
Sending emails
Tele-marketing calls
Both A and B
What is the main purpose of using questionnaires as described in the text?
To entertain customers
To compile up to date and accurate information
To create advertisements
To design websites
According to the text, what type of questionnaires are often used by companies to gather information?
Customer satisfaction questionnaires
Employee feedback questionnaires
Product design questionnaires
Marketing strategy questionnaires
Free software such as ________ allows online questionnaires to be compiled and then analysed automatically.
Google Docs
Adobe Photoshop
Microsoft Paint
VLC Media Player
What is one way DVD production companies use websites, according to the text?
To sell physical merchandise only
To promote new releases and provide free downloads of tracks
To create online games
To host customer forums
Video trailers are produced to encourage visits to ________ or the purchase of films/music.
cinemas
libraries
restaurants
gyms
What are some examples of promotional presentations used by Sony to promote DVD and CD products?
PowerPoint presentations
Video presentations
Animation software
All of the above
What type of software is used to produce CD and DVD covers?
Word processing software
Specialist graphics software
Web browser software
Email software
What is the key service for a business wishing to expand overseas, especially in the DVD industry?
Translation Services
Marketing Services
Manufacturing Services
Financial Services
Translation software is used to translate DVD and CD covers into a variety of ________.
languages
colors
shapes
sizes
ICT provides companies with a range of tools, crucial to ________ and success.
marketing
cooking
painting
dancing
In today's world, it is unlikely that a business can be successful without applying ICT solutions.
True
False
What is a barcode?
A type of translation software
A number of vertical black strips forming a rectangular shape
A marketing tool
A type of ICT solution
Which barcode type shown in the sample barcodes has 70 digits?
CODE 128
CODABAR
UCC/ELAN 128
Which barcode type shown in the sample barcodes has 30 digits?
CODE 128
CODABAR
UCC/ELAN 128
Which barcode type shown in the sample barcodes has 18 digits?
CODE 128
CODABAR
UCC/ELAN 128
What is the main purpose of using barcodes in manufacturing and distribution?
To keep track of products as they are manufactured, distributed, and sold.
To increase the price of products.
To make products look more attractive.
To reduce the weight of products.
Graphical barcodes still use vertical black lines of varying thickness and distance apart.
True
False
Refer to the sample graphical barcodes shown in the diagram. Which of the following is NOT a possible graphical representation of a barcode?
A barcode shaped like a city skyline
A barcode with flowers growing from it
A barcode with no vertical lines at all
A barcode integrated into a car shape
On a production line, what happens each time a product is scanned by a barcode reader?
The product is painted
The computer system updates the product's progress and records information
The product is thrown away
The product is shipped to the customer
Explain how barcodes help in keeping accurate records of products in a production line.
What is the main function of the conveyor belt in a production line?
To scan barcodes
To transport products between workstations
To package products
To label products
What is the primary purpose of the barcode in the distribution process?
To decorate the package
To allocate the correct address for delivery
To increase the product price
To reduce the weight of the package
Retailers / shops / catalogues. A checkout operator in a supermarket scans a product barcode as the customer passes through the checkouts. What happens when the barcode is scanned?
The product is returned to the shelf
The price is automatically displayed and added to the total cost
The product is given for free
The barcode is removed from the product
Barcodes help track the location of a product during transportation.
True
False
What is one main advantage of using barcodes in supermarkets?
It saves time and manpower by automating stock control and ordering.
It increases the price of products.
It makes products heavier.
It reduces the variety of products available.
What device is commonly used to scan QR codes?
A smart phone.
A television remote.
A microwave oven.
A washing machine.
A toaster.
Read the passage below and answer the question: QR codes are often used as part of an advertising strategy. Research shows that access by potential customers to websites through the use of QR codes, often converts to sales of the product. For example, a QR code on a package or product, could lead directly to a Youtube video demonstrating the product. The use of QR codes allows the customer/potential customer to have an almost interactive relationship with the manufacturer. True or False: QR codes can help increase product sales by directing customers to websites or videos.
True
False
What kind of information can a customer access by scanning a QR code on a cereal package?
Information about the product, advice, and dietary information.
Discount codes for unrelated electronics.
Live sports scores updates.
Weather forecasts for the week.
Barcodes help with stock control in supermarkets by:
Tracking inventory levels automatically
Increasing the price of products
Reducing the need for shelves
Making products expire faster
According to the passage, what is the purpose of scanning a calling card with a QR code?
To make a phone call
To access a website promoting a free offer
To send a text message
To print a document
QR codes can be used to access more information, animations, and diagrams related to Design and Technology.
True
False
Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as ________ or Google Sketchup allows the designer to draw a product in detail, adding materials and textures to its surfaces.
AutoCAD
Microsoft Word
Adobe Photoshop
Blender
One way CAD software can be used during product development is:
Creating 3D models of products
Writing marketing plans
Managing employee schedules
Conducting customer surveys
Testing designs 'on screen' using CAD software is important because:
It allows for quick modifications and error detection before production.
It makes the design look more colorful.
It is required by law for all designs.
It replaces the need for any physical prototypes.
What is the main purpose of Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM) as described in the passage?
To design software interfaces
To manufacture prototypes directly from designs using machines like CNC or Rapid Prototyping machines
To create marketing materials
To test software
Professional CAD software can interface with CNC machines, allowing the prototype to be manufactured, directly from the _______.
design
printer
material
blueprint
According to the passage, CAD software can link to which types of machines for manufacturing?
3D printers and CNC machines
Only desktop computers
Mobile phones
Television sets
What is one benefit of using circuit simulation software like Circuit Wizard during the development stage?
It increases the cost of manufacturing
It allows faults to be identified and corrected before making a real circuit
It requires manufacturing real circuits first
It cannot show circuits to customers
Circuit simulation software saves time and money by _______ the software on screen before an actual circuit is made.
simulating
printing
erasing
destroying
What is an ideal way of tracking costs during the development of a product, as described in the passage?
Using a calculator
Using a spreadsheet
Using a notebook
Using a phone app
What is the unit cost of POLYSTYRENE, BLUE, 508 x 458 x 1mm?
£0.99
£1.50
£2.25
£0.50
According to the passage, what is one use of spreadsheet software besides tracking costs?
Spreadsheet software can also be used to model 'systems'.
Spreadsheet software can only be used for word processing.
Spreadsheet software is primarily used for drawing pictures.
Spreadsheet software is used exclusively for sending emails.
Why is file sharing important in the design and development of a product, according to the passage?
File sharing allows designers located in different regions of the world to share in the design and development of a product.
File sharing increases the cost of product development.
File sharing limits collaboration between designers.
File sharing makes it difficult to update product designs.
According to the passage, what software can be used to present designs to clients?
CAD and presentation software such as PowerPoint
Spreadsheet software such as Excel
Word processing software such as Word
Database software such as Access
A good, professional presentation can influence potential customers or clients, according to the passage.
True
False
What is the main purpose of discussing designs with clients during product development?
To delay the project
To explain products clearly and influence clients
To avoid using technology
To reduce costs
According to the passage, the same approach used for presenting to clients can also be used when discussing products with which group?
Focus groups
Sales teams
Suppliers
Investors
