Question 5
5(a) (i) State two design questions which may serve as a guide when evaluating a finished product.
(ii) Explain the terms specification as used in design.
(b) Use the sketch below to answer the questions that follow.
(i) Identify the tools labeled R, S, T, U and V.
(ii) State the operations being carried out with any three of the tools identified in 5(b)(i).
Observation
The part (a) of the question was not correctly answered by the candidates. The correct response to this part of the question is as follows:
(a) (i)
- How well does the end product function?
- Does it meet the need of the user?
- Does the end product look good?
- Is the end product safe to use?
- Can the end product be maintained easily?
(a) (ii) The term specification is explained as statements which clearly outline the specific details or requirements that an expected design must satisfy in order to be successful.