WorksheetsPEO 0.1.1-0.1.2 What’s the Problem?
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Why is defining the problem the first step of the Engineering Design Process?
It guarantees that the solution will be inexpensive
It ensures the designer understands what actually needs to be solved
It helps generate as many ideas as possible
It allows the designer to skip interviews
A student writes: “My client wants better shoes.” Why is this NOT an effective problem statement?
It is too specific
It is a design statement, not a problem statement
It lacks detail about who, what need, and why
It uses incorrect vocabulary
When using the Five Whys technique, what is the main purpose of repeatedly asking “Why?”
To create a longer interview
To identify the root cause of the problem
To make the user rethink their first answer
To generate new design ideas
After interviewing a client, a student changes their problem statement to include new information about the client’s lifestyle. Why is this a correct approach?
Interviews are optional but improve grammar
The problem must always match the first draft
New information helps define a more accurate and useful problem
The design statement must come before the problem statement
Which statement best describes the difference between a problem statement and a design statement?
A problem statement lists materials; a design statement lists tools
A problem statement describes the need; a design statement describes what the solution must achieve
A problem statement is written last; a design statement is written first
They are the same thing
Sebastian wants a durable shoe for his toddler who jumps in puddles and wears out shoes quickly. Which is the best problem statement?
Sebastian needs waterproof shoes.
Sebastian needs new shoes for his daughter.
Sebastian needs a shoe that can withstand rough play and frequent moisture because his toddler wears out shoes quickly.
Shoes must be comfortable and stylish.
Elena plays multiple sports and wants one shoe for all of them. What is the most important criterion for her design?
The shoe must be the cheapest option
The shoe must look like a professional athletic shoe
The shoe must perform well for different types of athletic movement
The shoe must be designed only for basketball
Why is active listening important during a client interview?
It keeps the interview short
It helps the designer understand unspoken needs and details
It allows the designer to immediately generate solutions
It ensures the designer asks fewer questions
A student chooses brainstorming but only records two ideas. What is the main issue?
Brainstorming requires selecting the best idea immediately
Brainstorming focuses on quantity to inspire creativity
Brainstorming must always produce exactly ten ideas
Brainstorming is used only after building a prototype
Which situation shows a design constraint rather than a design criterion?
The shoe must last at least six months of heavy use
The shoe must cost less than $50 to produce
The shoe must provide ankle support
The shoe must perform well on trails
