GCSE Design & Technology Quiz

What is a key advantage of the web-fed printing process over sheet-fed?

• It uses less ink

• It produces higher resolution images

• It allows for continuous high-speed production

• It can only print on paper

Why is the web-fed process considered more sustainable?

• It uses recycled materials

• It reduces material waste

• It consumes less energy

• It avoids digital systems

Corrugated cardboard provides thermal insulation because:

• It is made of plastic

• The outer layer reflects heat

• It traps air between layers

• It’s waterproof

How does corrugated cardboard benefit pets during movement?

• It keeps them cool

• It hardens under pressure

• It acts as a shock absorber

• It flattens easily for transport

Flexographic printing is especially suited for:

• Printing on cotton fabrics

• Small custom print runs

• High-speed printing on layered substrates

• Creating watermarks

What contributes to the cost-efficiency of flexographic printing?

• Laser-etched metal plates

• Slow drying inks

• Reusable plates and fast-drying inks

• Full-colour manual alignment

Automated registration control improves print quality by:

• Randomly adjusting colour tones

• Physically aligning pages by hand

• Using computer vision for alignment

• Removing unwanted logos

What is a direct benefit of using automated print registration in manufacturing?

• Increases colour saturation

• Reduces downtime and misprints

• Increases paper weight

• Extends ink drying time

Case binding is often used for high-end books because it:

• Is the cheapest method

• Uses flexible plastic covers

• Offers durability and a premium feel

• Is environmentally friendly

Why might digital printing be chosen for limited edition runs?

• It supports web-fed paper

• It allows rapid setup with minimal waste

• It uses permanent metal plates

• It requires expensive ink