WorksheetsUnderstanding Technology and Consumer Rights
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is meant by 'market pull' in the context of new and emerging technologies?
When new technology is developed without considering consumer needs
When consumer demand drives the development of new products
When products are made cheaper due to mass production
When companies copy competitors' products
Which of the following best describes 'technology push'?
When consumers request a specific product
When new technology is developed and then a market is found for it
When products are withdrawn due to safety concerns
When products are made using recycled materials
What is the main factor influencing 'consumer choice'?
The availability of raw materials
The needs and preferences of the consumer
The number of factories in a country
The amount of government funding
Which stage of the Product Life Cycle involves researching, developing, and bringing a product to market?
Growth
Maturity
Introduction
Decline
At which stage of the Product Life Cycle are sales near their highest point?
Introduction
Growth
Maturity
Decline
What typically happens during the 'Decline' stage of the Product Life Cycle?
Sales increase rapidly
Sales remain constant
Sales begin to fall
Sales reach their highest point
How can global production affect culture and people?
By increasing local employment only
By having no impact on local traditions
By influencing local cultures and working conditions
By reducing the need for international trade
What is the main role of the British Standards Institute (BSI)?
To set international trade tariffs
To develop and publish standards for products and services in the UK
To design new products for companies
To provide consumer loans
What does the BSI kite mark indicate on a product?
The product is made in Britain
The product meets specific safety and quality standards
The product is environmentally friendly
The product is on sale
Why are ISO numbers important for consumers?
They show the product is made from recycled materials
They indicate the product meets international standards
They guarantee the lowest price
They show the product is handmade
Which law protects consumers from false or misleading product descriptions?
The Trade Description Act
The Data Protection Act
The Health and Safety Act
The Copyright Act
What is a basic consumer right when purchasing a product?
The right to unlimited free repairs
The right to return faulty goods
The right to set their own prices
The right to manufacture the product
Which of the following is an ethical issue related to manufacturing products?
Using only local suppliers
Exploiting underdeveloped countries for profit
Offering free samples
Advertising on social media
What does 'fair wage for a fair day's work' refer to?
Paying workers only in underdeveloped countries
Ensuring workers are paid appropriately for their labour
Allowing workers to set their own hours
Providing free meals to workers
Why is sustainability important in manufacturing?
To increase short-term profits
To meet today’s needs without compromising future generations
To reduce the number of employees
To speed up production
Which of the following is a sustainable practice in manufacturing?
Using non-renewable resources
Disposing of waste in rivers
Sourcing materials from sustainable resources
Ignoring environmental regulations
What is a disadvantage of using Computer Aided Design (CAD)?
It can be expensive to purchase and maintain the software
It always produces low-quality designs
It cannot be used for 3D modelling
It is slower than hand drawing
Which of the following is an advantage of Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM)?
It increases the risk of human error
It allows for high precision and repeatability in production
It always requires manual operation
It cannot be used for mass production
Which of the following is a potential environmental issue associated with manufacturing?
Using only local suppliers
Producing waste materials and releasing CFCs
Providing employee training
Offering discounts to consumers
Why is it important for consumers to look for standards marks like the BSI kite mark when purchasing products?
It guarantees the product is the cheapest available
It shows the product meets recognised safety and quality standards
It means the product is made from recycled materials
It indicates the product is handmade
