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Quick questions on Defining a design opportunity - SQA Advanced Higher Design and Manufacture
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What are vague specification points?Show answer
"It must be strong and light" is not testable. Give measurable points (a load in kg, a mass in g) so the outcome can be evaluated.
What is q1?Show answer
Explain two reasons why a design opportunity might arise for a new kitchen product. [4 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Describe how user trial and user trip differ as research techniques. [4 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain why a specification point must be measurable. [3 marks]
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