Unit 2 Consepts Flashcards

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A group of researchers is working on a way to make winter coats warmer. The first coat the researchers design is not very warm what should they do?

A

They should examine their test data for ways to improve the coats design.

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Sylvia works for a car company. She uses her knowledge of math and science to design dashboards that make it easier to operate cars. What is Silva’s profession?
Choices
Analyst studies data
Biologist studies life
Engineer makes stuff
Geologist studies rocks
A

Answer- Engineer

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Marco is using a computer to help him find information for a report. Which statement best describes the computer 💻 
Choices
It is a technology process. 
It is an engineer.
It is a prototype.
It is a tool
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Answer-it is a tool.

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Researchers want to build a new type of spaceship for transporting astronauts to the moon. What should they do first?

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They should plan a prototype.

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Bulldozers, measuring cups, pencils, and hammers are all examples of tools. What else can be said about all of them?

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They are all technology products.

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New solutions to problems often begin with a ”what if” question. Which what if question might engineers ask after seeing the electrical Energy station shown here —>🏭

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What if we could burn coal to make electricity without polluting the air

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Angie tested a reflector that she hopes will make a bicycle safer. Although her first test went well, she repeated the test three more times. Which of these statements are true
She skipped the step of asking what if?
She wasted her time by repeating the same test.
She obtained unreliable data, because there were more chances for mistakes.
She obtained more accurate data than if she had only test the reflector once.

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Answer - she obtained more accurate data than if she had only test the reflector once.

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You’re probably use the tools shown here every day —>📞 📝

Which is a true statement about the tools?

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They are both examples of technology.

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Sometimes a prototype test poorly or fails completely. What should be done when that happens.

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The prototype it should be modified, with the good part of it kept.

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The fuel- efficient automobile is an example of a design system. What is an example of feedback for an automobile.

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Data on how much fuel the car used to travel 100 km

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Long ago, there were few roads. Now there are many roads. How has a system of roads changed most communities?

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People can easily get from one place to another.

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