What is the advantage of using a hand-drawn sketch in comparison to using a computer generated sketch?

It is more convenient in expressing initial concepts

A newly designed can opener was trialled in 200 houses. Which of the following is the most effective way of surveying?

Ask each household to complete a questionnaire

Using a variety of research methods in the process of design is important because it...

Improves understanding of customer needs

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2015 HSC Design and Technology multiple choice questions.

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What is the advantage of using a hand-drawn sketch in comparison to using a computer generated sketch?
It is more efficient for producing large scale drawings
It offers higher accuracy
It is more convenient in expressing initial concepts
It offers more colour options
2
To develop a product, it is most important to first.....
Establish a safety committee
Develop an action plan
Conduct ongoing evaluation
Make a prototype
3
To meet functional requirements when designing a new phone case - which of the following criteria should be considered?
Material, attractiveness and cost
Weight, size and ease of use
Cost, ease of use and being fashionable
Colour, weight and size
4
Which factor is most important when designing a product to be used by a child aged under 12 months?
Quality
Safety
Obsolescence
Economics
5
For an innovation to be successful, it must....
Address the needs of users
Be advertised effectively
Be launched at an appropriate time
Have a registered trademark
6
One benefit of making a prototype prior to construction is that is could...
Reduce manufacturing risks
Encourage more funding for testing
Make the market more competitive
Allow more effective teamwork
7
A newly designed can opener was trialled in 200 houses. Which of the following is the most effective way of surveying?
Ask each household to complete a questionnaire
Visit each household and observe how they use the can opener
Interview each household
Collect reviews on can openers from major consumer websites
8
A coffee table has been designed with a built in touch screen computer - which factor most likely influenced this?
Social
Safety
Aesthetic
Environmental
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Using a variety of research methods in the process of design is important because it...
Protects the intellectual property of the designer
Promotes the use of emerging technologies
Improves understanding of customer needs
Helps develop marketing strategies

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