Why do designers establish and review "criteria to evaluate success" when designing

Ensure the final design meets specified needs

which of the following has had the greatest impact on the working practices of designers

access to technologies with greater capabilities

Which of the following contributes to environmental sustainability?

Use of materials and processes without having a significant impact

How could a designer best ensure minimal impact on the environment when developing a new product

undertake a life-cycle analysis

A designer acts ethically when

enables consumers to enjoy the product knowing it minimises harm

Which of the following best describes ergonomics?

The study of how people work efficiently within their physical environment

The use of environmentally sustainable materials means that materials are

easily to be renewed or replaced

Which of the following describes a designer with an ethical approach to designing a product?

Creating products that avoid excessive resource consumption

What is the main reason for developing a working prototype?

To evaluate operational and functional aspects of the product

Manufacturers want to decrease the long-term environmental impact the washing machine produces. Which is most effective

reduce the power and water usage

Why does a designer conduct market research

Identify the needs of the intended design

Designers are still using hand-drawn sketches when developing ideas. What is an advantage

It is more convenient in expressing initial concepts.

A planner has been asked to design a new housing estate. Which factor would the planner need to initially consider?

developers' needs and constraints

Which of the following best describes the primary aim for using sustainable practices

ensure natural resources are available for the future

which of the following best outlines why designers undertake research and experimentation when developing a product?

ensure the best tools, materials, and techniques are used

Which of the following best outlines why designers would use 3D modelling when presenting their design to manufactures

allow manufacturers to visualise the final design

Which work health and safety consideration should be taken into account during the manufacturing stage of a product?

Identification, assessment and control of risks and hazards

A newly designed can opener was trialed in 200 households. Which of the following is the most effective strategy

Ask each household to complete a questionnaire

Designer wants to create a new computer game has established the design brief . What will be included in th enext step?

looking at similar products on the market

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1
Why do designers establish and review "criteria to evaluate success" when designing
increase the number of sales of a product
ensure environmental factors are considered
maintain product awareness for further refinement of innovative products
Ensure the final design meets specified needs
2
which of the following has had the greatest impact on the working practices of designers
ease of travel and flexible working conditions
access to technologies with greater capabilities
changes in consumer needs
cost-effective communication methods
3
Which of the following contributes to environmental sustainability?
The acceptance of technology and its ease of use
Use of materials and processes without having a significant impact
The use of low-cost energy during the manufacturing process
The degradation of physical resources through manufacturing activities
4
How could a designer best ensure minimal impact on the environment when developing a new product
adopt a focus on the use of green technology
implement a system for recycling production waste
limit the waste during production process
undertake a life-cycle analysis
5
Which factor is most important when designingI a product to be used by a child aged under 12 months?
Economics
Safety
Obsolescence
Quality
6
Which term refers to a products ability to remain functional in its environment
Recyclability
Durability
Portability
Sustainability
7
A designer acts ethically when
enables the user to purchase goods for their intended use
when entrepreneurs invest in the product
enables consumers to enjoy the product knowing it minimises harm
uses advanced technology production processes and renewable sources
8
Which of the following best describes ergonomics?
design factors to consider in developing energy-efficient products
study of human body measurement
design a product for a niche market
The study of how people work efficiently within their physical environment
9
The use of environmentally sustainable materials means that materials are
re-useable or recyclable
easily to be renewed or replaced
easy to be replaced and repaired
biodegradable and affordable
10
A project team is conduction a need analysis for a design project. During the need analysis the team will,
develop financial plan
establish criteria
identify opportunities
formulate time and action plan
11
Which of the following describes a designer with an ethical approach to designing a product?
Developing marketing campaigns to ensure the greatest number of sales
Examining procedures that protect design ideas and promote creativity
Creating products that avoid excessive resource consumption
Designing products that meet a niche market
12
Which of the following is a defining characteristic of an entrepreneur?
Being environmentally proactive
Being legally responsible
Being a risk-taker
Being resilient
13
why do manufacturing companies incorporate built-in obsolescence into their products
ensure the product is sustainable in the marketplace
extends a products life span beyond the warranty period
Make the product safe for use for an extended period of time
to increase consistent sales
14
Who would be the most likely to influence the features of a new sports watch
biomechanical engineer
product designer
business entrepreneur
running enthusiast
15
What is the main reason for developing a working prototype?
To assist companies in developing a sustainable manufacturing process
To produce a model suitable for advertising on social media
To evaluate operational and functional aspects of the product
To determine aesthetic requirements necessary for production of the product
16
Manufacturers want to decrease the long-term environmental impact the washing machine produces. Which is most effective
reduce the power and water usage
manufacture only using new technology
reduce the size of washing bowl and detergent container
Replace plastic parts with metal
17
Within the design process, social media can be used as
Form of communication
current digital design technique
acceptable industrial procedure
innovative design practice
18
Why does a designer conduct market research
Identify the needs of the intended design
To better understand their client
Increase brand awareness
increase the number of sales
19
Designers are still using hand-drawn sketches when developing ideas. What is an advantage
It offers higher accuracy.
It offers more colour options.
It is more efficient for producing large scale drawings
It is more convenient in expressing initial concepts.
20
A planner has been asked to design a new housing estate. Which factor would the planner need to initially consider?
size of the development and possible styles of the house
developers' needs and constraints
location of nearest major city and transport
requirements for infrastructure and community facilities
21
A furniture designer is to develop a cabinet. Which factor should be considered first?
selling price
The tools
needs of the client
timeframe of the project
22
At which part of the design process would know the product is viable
ongoing evaluation
idea generation
research and current products
production phase
23
Which of the following best describes the primary aim for using sustainable practices
address climate change
only use a material that can be recycled
reduce global warming
ensure natural resources are available for the future
24
Why is it important the design and end user can communicate together
improve consumer satisfaction
to modify design ideas
collect feedback and promote further sales
enhance brand recognition
25
which of the following best outlines why designers undertake research and experimentation when developing a product?
ensure all materials are available for production
determine the properties of the materials being used
To avoid making mistakes
ensure the best tools, materials, and techniques are used
26
A new mobile phone cover is to be designed. To meet the functional requirement of the product, which factors?
Colour, weight and size
Weight, size and ease of use
Material, attractiveness and cost
Cost, ease of use and being fashionable
27
Which of the following best outlines why designers would use 3D modelling when presenting their design to manufactures
allow manufacturers to visualise the final design
show manufacturers what the product must achieve
to clarify any issues that may occur in production
to ensure designs are aesthetically pleasing
28
Which work health and safety consideration should be taken into account during the manufacturing stage of a product?
Periodic maintenance of machinery and tools
Identification, assessment and control of risks and hazards
A survey of past employee injuries
Assessment of risks and hazards identified in the use of the final product
29
A newly designed can opener was trialed in 200 households. Which of the following is the most effective strategy
Interview each household
Ask each household to complete a questionnaire
Visit each household and observe how they use the can opener
Collect reviews on can openers from major consumer websites
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Designer wants to create a new computer game has established the design brief . What will be included in th enext step?
developing a prototype
looking at similar products on the market
completing sketches and working drawings
identify limitations and complete working drawings

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