WorksheetsUnit 1 Factors that influence product design #1 /12
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Which statement BEST captures a need for a compact laptop stand in classrooms?
a)
Make it stylish
b)
Some desks have limited depth; students need a stand that fits and allows typing angle
c)
Invent something shocking
d)
Use premium wood
e)
Add lights
2.
FUNCTION check for a wet-area storage crate should prioritise…
a)
UV-reactive colour
b)
Load rating and drainage/vent features
c)
Brand decal size
d)
Shelf talker
e)
Gift wrap
3.
END USERS: which feature improves accessibility for vision-impaired users in a control panel?
a)
Glossy reflective labels
b)
Small low-contrast text
c)
Tactile markers and high-contrast labelling
d)
Random colours
e)
Tiny toggle switches only
4.
Which design decision best supports a calm and cohesive aesthetic in a reading nook?
a)
Bright neon colours and glossy finishes
b)
Random mix of patterns and textures
c)
High contrast black and white stripes
d)
Industrial metal mesh and concrete
e)
Soft textures, muted colours, and balanced layout
5.
MARKET: for micro-apartments, which feature of a table meets a clear opportunity?
a)
Extra-wide fixed top
b)
Fold-down leaves with wall-mount option
c)
Thick decorative edge
d)
Ornate legs only
e)
Non-stackable design
6.
LIFECYCLE: Which approach supports end-of-life recovery?
a)
Permanent adhesive laminates
b)
Single-material construction where possible
c)
Painted over fasteners
d)
Encapsulated electronics
e)
Unlabelled mixed plastics
7.
TECHNOLOGIES: Which is most suitable for cutting finger-joints in plywood accurately?
a)
Utility knife freehand
b)
CNC router with jig/fixture
c)
Paint brush
d)
Hot glue
e)
Needle and thread
8.
ETHICAL: Which action best respects cultural considerations in a wearable?
a)
Using sacred symbols without consultation
b)
Consulting communities and acknowledging cultural protocols
c)
Assuming meanings from the internet
d)
Ignoring provenance
e)
Mass printing motifs without permission
9.
OHS: Before using a table saw for frames you should…
a)
Remove blade guard to see better
b)
Use push sticks, set guards, wear PPE and follow risk assessment
c)
Cut freehand without fence
d)
Blow away dust by mouth
e)
Disable riving knife
10.
TECHNOLOGIES: Best low-cost method to test handle ergonomics quickly?
a)
CNC aluminium machining
b)
Cardboard/foam modelling and user grip trials
c)
Powder coating
d)
Anodising
e)
Sand casting
11.
LIFECYCLE: Packaging choice that supports sustainability is…
a)
Multi-layer plastic + foil sachets
b)
Oversized box with void fill
c)
Right-sized recycled fibreboard with minimal ink
d)
Plastic clamshell with staples
e)
Rigid acrylic case
12.
MARKET: Which pricing strategy aligns with a school budget target?
a)
Luxury margin regardless of context
b)
Cost-plus with constraints from competitor analysis
c)
No cost tracking
d)
Celebrity pricing
e)
Auction only
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