Tennessee Science Grade 8

Section 3: Using Science to Solve Problems

Self-Check Quiz - English

1
_______ is the process for testing procedures that are designed to find defective products or materials in a manufacturing process.
A)Quality control
B)Production
C)Preservation
D)Brainstorming
2
Which of the following is a full-scale model upon which future products are based?
A)pilot plant
B)prototype
C)computer simulation
D)evaluation
3
A scientist is monitoring a chemical reaction in a new product. What is used to make sure that the design, processes, and procedures work properly?
A)a constraint
B)a pilot plant
C)a prototype
D)a computer simulation
4
What is a group problem-solving technique that involves individuals contributing ideas without criticism?
A)computer simulation
B)brainstorming
C)testing
D)marketing
5
A(n) _______ is a digital reenactment or imitation of a process.
A)pilot plant
B)constraint
C)computer simulation
D)prototype
6
Which of the these is not an example of a constraint?
A)readily available materials
B)cost
C)environmental impact
D)professional development
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