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concensus
Ans: general agreement
Design Process
Ans: A systematic problem-solving strategy, with
criteria and constraints, used to develop many
possible solutions to solve a problem or satisfy
human needs and wants and to winnow (narrow) down
the possible solutions to one final choice.
optimize
Ans: make the best or most effective use of (a
situation, opportunity, or resource).
graphic organizer
Ans: A visual display that demonstrates relationships
between facts, concepts, or ideas. A graphic organizer
guides the learner's thinking as they fill in and build
upon a visual map or diagram
Engineering Mindset
Ans: A way of thinking that affects how someone
interacts with a challenge, comes up with a solution
to a problem, and innovates on current technologies
or systems.
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Misconception
Ans: A view or opinion that is incorrect because it is
based on faulty thinking or understanding.
collaboration
Ans: Collaboration is the action of two or more
people working together through idea sharing to
accomplish a common goal.
Systems Thinking
Ans: Understanding a system by examining the
connections between the parts that compose the
entirety of the system.
system
Ans: A group of interacting, interrelated, or
interdependent elements or parts that function
together as a whole to accomplish a goal. Change
happens if you add or remove a part.
patent
Ans: A government authority or license conferring a
right or title for a set period, especially the sole right
to exclude others from making, using, or selling an
invention.
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"PLTW Engineering Essentials"
Latest Questions and Graded
Answers
concensus
Ans: general agreement
Design Process
Ans: A systematic problem-solving strategy, with
criteria and constraints, used to develop many
possible solutions to solve a problem or satisfy
human needs and wants and to winnow (narrow) down
the possible solutions to one final choice.
optimize
Ans: make the best or most effective use of (a
situation, opportunity, or resource).
graphic organizer
Ans: A visual display that demonstrates relationships
between facts, concepts, or ideas. A graphic organizer
guides the learner's thinking as they fill in and build
upon a visual map or diagram
Engineering Mindset
Ans: A way of thinking that affects how someone
interacts with a challenge, comes up with a solution
to a problem, and innovates on current technologies
or systems.
Up to Date Content
, Comprehensive Study 2 Up to Date Content
Misconception
Ans: A view or opinion that is incorrect because it is
based on faulty thinking or understanding.
collaboration
Ans: Collaboration is the action of two or more
people working together through idea sharing to
accomplish a common goal.
Systems Thinking
Ans: Understanding a system by examining the
connections between the parts that compose the
entirety of the system.
system
Ans: A group of interacting, interrelated, or
interdependent elements or parts that function
together as a whole to accomplish a goal. Change
happens if you add or remove a part.
patent
Ans: A government authority or license conferring a
right or title for a set period, especially the sole right
to exclude others from making, using, or selling an
invention.
Model
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