Practice C3.2 Life-cycle analysis (HL only) with authentic IB Design Technology (First Exam 2027) exam questions for both SL and HL students. This question bank mirrors Paper 1, 2, 3 structure, covering key topics like materials and processes, product design, and sustainability. Get instant solutions, detailed explanations, and build exam confidence with questions in the style of IB examiners.
Paper
Level
Question 1
HLPaper 1
What does this diagram of a product’s life from extraction to disposal represent in sustainability analysis?
Question 2
HLPaper 2
1.[9]
Evaluate the environmental trade-offs involved in the disposal and recycling stage of a product.
Question 3
HLPaper 1
Which life-cycle stage does this image of a factory represent?
Question 4
HLPaper 1
Which life-cycle phase has the highest energy input for electronics?
Question 5
HLPaper 2
1.[4]
Explain why ecotoxicity and resource depletion are key concerns in life-cycle analysis.
Question 6
HLPaper 1
Which of these is a valid reason to conduct an LCA during the early design stage?
Question 7
HLPaper 1
A manufacturer wants to reduce COâ‚‚ emissions. What LCA stage should they optimize?
Question 8
HLPaper 2
1.[6]
Analyse how LCA can influence material selection in product design.
Question 9
HLPaper 1
Which of the following is a drawback of performing a full LCA?
Question 10
HLPaper 1
Why is the recycling stage important in the life-cycle analysis of this aluminum can?
