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HSC Design & Technology
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Test your #design and #technology knowledge at the conclusion of the HSC course.
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1
What is the main purpose of developing scale models for projects?
To demonstrate the method of construction
To provide an effective means of communicating project ideas
To ensure working drawings of the project are correct
To demonstrate the aesthetic aspects of the project
2
What effect does obsolescence have on the development of products?
It encourages the use of new technologies
It ensures the production of sustainable products
It limits the number of products and spare parts sold
It creates a market for sale of 2nd-hand products and parts
3
Which best outlines an entrepreneur’s activities in influencing the success of an innovation?
Analysing market research, legal and ethical issues
Examining durability and cultural factors
Analsying industry standards and production issues
Determining the production costs and time management issues
4
One benefit of making a prototype prior to construction is that it could...
Make the market more competitive
Allow more effective teamwork
Reduce manufacturing risks
Encourage more funding for testing
5
Why do Work Health and Safety practices need to be followed in a workplace?
To ensure someone is trained as a First Aid officer
To provide employees with a safe workplace
To give employees an opportunity to complain to management
To ensure that employees are healthy in their workplace
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The method utilised to manufacture a new product is usually determined by...
Estimated number of units to be produced
Amount of energy required for manufacture
Standards that apply to the product
Strength needs of the components
7
A new mobile phone cover is to be designed. Which of the following should be considered?
Material, attractiveness and cost
Colour weight and size
Weight, size and ease of use
Cost, ease of use and being fashioable
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Which factor is most important when designing a product for a child aged under 12 months?
Safety
Economics
Quality
Obsolescence
9
As products approach end of life, what factor contributes most to decline in acceptance?
Poor design
New materials
Changing manufacturing techniques
Shifting social trends
10
After developing a preliminary design concept, what would a designer do next?
Gather market research
Develop a technical illustration
Develop possible design solutions
Decide on manufacturing and production techniques
11
What is an advantage of using a hand-drawn sketch in comparison to using computer-generated?
More convenient for initial concepts
More colour options
More efficient for large scale drawings
Higher accuracy
12
Which of the following best describes the ergonomic feature of a product?
It requires minimum force to operate
It is easy to work with and use
It has good shape and fit
It uses appropriate colour standards
13
Which of the following is most important in order for a design team to work collaboratively?
Each team member uses their own resources and reports back.
The team leader controls all decisions and communicates.
All team members communicate regularly and electronically.
All team members share ideas and work together on a brief.
14
Successful completion of a design project depends on students making correct links between...
experimentation and development of practical skills
sustainability and appropriateness of materials
action and time management
generation of concept designs and organising materials
15
Which term best describes the analysis of a design from conception to disposal?
Life-cycle assessment
Obsolescence
Just in time
Ongoing evaluation
16
Which of the following has the most significant effect on the success of a marketing plan?
The cost of the product
Effective packaging and the point of sale
Use of television and radio
Understanding the market segment
17
A prototype was delivered on time + budget but lacking functions. The designer should have...
Conducted a detailed analysis of the design requirements
Produced a more comprehensive financial plan
Produced additional sketches with the prototype
Conducted more market research
18
A delay in completing a design project is most likely to be caused by...
Lack of resources
Lack of finance
Poor planning
Poor timing
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Why is it necessary to conduct an evaluation of a product's features and/or functions?
To determine weather the product is a quality solution
To esnure the greatest number will sell
To determine weather the product is aesthetically pleasing
To ensure the product performs all of its desired operations
20
Why do designers need to consider industrial and commercial manufacturing practices?
To increase the product's rate of production
To produce products that meet the market needs
To ensure the product will sell
To gain access to cheaper resources
21
The adoption of a new artificial fibre in an innovative wound dressing is an example of...
An emerging technology
A health and safety legislation
An innovative prototype
A sustainable technology
22
To develop a product, it is most important to first...
Develop an action plan
Conduct ongoing evaluation
Establish a safety committee
Make a prototype
23
A new can opener was trialed in 200 households. The most effective for collecting findings is:
Visit each household and observe use
Collect reviews from websites
Ask each household to complete questionnaire
Interview each household
24
What is the main purpose of developing sustainable technologies?
To reduce landfill
To have longer lasting products
To reduce the amount of materials uses
To make better use of natural resources
25
Using a variety of research methods in the process of design is important because it...
Helps develop marketing strategies
Promotes the use of emerging technologies
Protects the intellectual property of the designer
Improves understanding of customer needs
26
In which of the following is the widespread social acceptance of a new technology most likely?
The technology makes an existing task easier
The technology has global application
The technology is high-tech
The technology changes the way we do things
27
A table has been designed with a touchscreen. Which has most likely to have influenced this?
Environmental
Aesthetic
Safety
Social
28
What is a predominant feature of entrepreneurial activity?
Identifying opportunities and risk taking
Designing the manufacturing system of the product
Conducting suitable marketing and life-cycle assessment
Studying emerging technologies
29
For an innovation to be successful it must...
Address the needs of users
Have a registered trademark
Be launched at an appropriate time
Be advertised effectively
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Which of the following criteria are the most suitable when designing a tent for family camping?
Does it achieve the brief, functional and size appropriate?
Is it lightweight, is it compact and can 1 person erect it?
Is it aesthetically pleasing, functional and cost effective?
Does it have flyscreens, a floor and is it durable?
