Design Technology HL

IB Questions

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Question 1 of 10

Medium1 marks

What concept does the IB simple design loop represent?

A
The final design solution is evaluated against the requirements set out in the specification.
B
Some elements of the design cycle are revisited several times before others are started.
C
To explore ideas the elements of the design cycle may be visited in different orders.
D
Feedback may occur between different elements in the design cycle.

Question 2 of 10

Easy1 marks

Which strategy would be most beneficial for a kitchen designer seeking to generate ideas for a new kitchen design concept?

A
brainstorming.
B
expert opinion.
C
parts catalogue.
D
computer animation.

Question 3 of 10

Easy1 marks

During which phase of the IB basic design cycle is divergent thinking most prominent?

A
Researching and specifying requirements
B
Generating ideas
C
Developing the chosen solution
D
Testing and evaluating the chosen solution

Question 4 of 10

Easy1 marks

Which symbol among the options denotes a decision in a flowchart?

A

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B

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C

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D

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Question 5 of 10

Medium1 marks

What element does "identifying a problem within a context" pertain to?

A
The Product Cycle
B
The Design Cycle Model
C
The Materials Matrix
D
The Systems Model

Question 6 of 10

Easy1 marks

Which processes assist designers in generating ideas?

I
Sketching
II
User trials
III
Brainstorming
A

I and III

B

I and II

C

II and III

D

I, II and III

Question 7 of 10

Medium1 marks

Which statements regarding the responsibilities of designers are accurate?

I
Designers must resolve conflicts.
II
Designers must consider the needs of the user.
III
Designers should only consider the needs of the manufacturer.
A

I and II

B

II and III

C

I and III

D

I, II and III