Exploration 2 - How does engineering use science?

Which is a true statement about the work of engineers and the work of scientists?

• Engineers analyze data, and scientists do not.

• Both follow a series of steps to find solutions to problems.

• Scientists often work in teams, and engineers do not.

• Both are interested in understanding the natural world.

Why do scientists follow the design process?

• to find solutions to problems

• to understand how Earth formed

• to practice making measurements

• to use the same solution for every problem

Who analyzes data to find the best design?

• engineer

• scientist

• both

Who would use a model to explain how animals behave?

• engineer

• scientist

• both

Who plans and carries out a fair investigation or test?

• engineer

• scientist

• both

Engineers

• add to knowlege

• solve problems

Scientists

• add to knowledge

• solve problems

Engineers and scientists both use

• designs

• language arts

• mathematics

• problems

Engineers use evidence to argue for the best ___________.

• money

• loophole

• problem

• solution

Engineers ________ _____________ to start their investigation.

• find loopholes

• read books

• ask questions

• watch TV