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What is the criteria when looking at a project?

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The requirements the solution must meet.

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What is the next logical step engineers would take to design a new laptop computer?

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Research current laptop technology.

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In which direction can the stages of the engineering design loop occur?

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In any direction, including shortcuts.

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What are the constraints of a project?

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The limitations and restrictions on a solution.

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What does needing a water bottle with a straw represent?

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Criteria.

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What is the engineering design process?

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A series of steps that engineers follow to come up with a solution to a problem.

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What is a prototype?

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An early sample or model built to test a concept or process.

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What is the purpose of research in the engineering design process?

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To gather information and understand existing technologies and solutions.

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What does it mean to iterate in the engineering design process?

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To repeat a process with the aim of approaching a desired goal or outcome.

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What is a design constraint?

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A limitation or restriction that must be considered in the design process.