IED - Life Cycle and Sustainable Quiz

What is the purpose of a life cycle assessment?

• To increase the market value of a product

• To measure the environmental impact of a product

• To enhance the aesthetic appeal of a product

• To determine the cost of production

Which stage is NOT part of the product life cycle from a marketing perspective?

• Development

• Introduction

• Recycling

• Maturity

What is the first stage in the product life cycle from an engineering perspective?

• Raw material extraction

• Utilization

• Manufacturing

• Distribution

What is a key focus during the maturity stage of a product's life cycle?

• Introducing the product to the market

• Disposing of the product

• Maximizing customer retention

• Extracting raw materials

Which of the following is a characteristic of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP)?

• Poor conductivity

• High stiffness

• Low strength

• High weight

What is a major drawback of manufacturing CFRPs?

• They are too expensive to produce

• They are not strong enough

• The process is energy intensive

• They are too lightweight

Which of the following is NOT a focus of sustainable technology?

• Climate change

• Access to clean water

• Increasing food waste

• Sustainable infrastructure

What is the main goal of sustainable design?

• To enhance product features

• To reduce environmental impacts

• To lower production costs

• To increase product sales

Which degree is NOT typically associated with a career in sustainable technology?

• Industrial design

• Political science

• Environmental sciences

• Mechanical engineering

What is the final stage in the product life cycle from an engineering perspective?

• Distribution

• Disposal/recycling

• Utilization

• Packaging