engineering, science, and society

Which of these is the best description of the field of engineering?

• The systematic practice of solving problems with designed solutions.

• An area of study that relates to space exploration.

• An area of study that relates to nonliving materials.

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In the past, many people stored computer data on floppy disks. Eventually people began to use compact discs which had greater storage capacity. Which of these best describes this situation?

• technology leading to a less useful means of storage

• technology being used to create a new need or want

• technology leading the to development of new technology

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Which statement is the best example of society influencing technology?

• The invention of the radio helped pave the way for the invention of the television.

• The invention of the automobile helped people who wanted to live farther from where they worked and shopped.

• The invention of the telescope allowed people to discover new planets and stars far from Earth.

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The social need to have living space, offices, and stores located in a downtown area led to technologies for constructing very tall buildings. Which of these needs most likely came about because of the new building technologies?

• The need for technology to develop elevators

• The need for better street paving materials

• The need for technology to develop better lighting

Household waste and trash is a problem that is addressed by many groups of people. Which group of people would most likely be responsible for answering the question "How can we build a system to recycle glass more efficiently?"

• politicians

• scientists

• engineers

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Which of these is an example of technology helping a scientist?

• A digital scale helps a scientist measure the mass of chemicals.

• A scientist performs an experiment in a laboratory.

• A scientist determines whether to investigate a volcanic eruption.

The image show a common city scene. What does this image best represent?

• the scientific world

• the natural world

• the designed world

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Describe an example of how a particular technology can lead to a new technology and how this process can make things in society safer, more efficient, more productive, or better meet the changing needs of society.

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Both a toothbrush and a car are examples of technology. Explain why both are considered technology.

Explain the relationship between engineering, science, and technology.

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