Practice 2.6 Eco-design with authentic IB Design Technology (DT) 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.
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Level
Question 1
SLPaper 1
At what stage in the life cycle of a product will a manufacturer have the least influence?
Question 2
SLPaper 2
A company is developing a new line of eco-friendly furniture. The furniture needs to be both functional and sustainable. The design team must consider various properties of materials and their impact on performance and the environment.
1.[4]
Identify two sustainable materials commonly used in eco-friendly furniture and discuss their suitability.
2.[3]
Explain the importance of using non-toxic finishes in eco-friendly furniture.
3.[4]
- Compare the environmental impact of using virgin materials versus recycled materials in furniture production.
Question 3
SLPaper 2
In recent years there has been a move towards electric vehicles. An example of this is the electric car shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1: An electric car
1.[2]
Outline why electric cars are regarded as a green design.
2.[3]
Discuss whether the development of the electric car is an example of technology push or technology transfer.
3.[9]
Life cycle analysis (LCA) is a tool that assesses the impact of a product onthe environment.
Explain how the environmental impact can be minimized during production,distribution and disposal of the electric car.
Question 4
HLPaper 1
Which of the following statements are true of life cycle analysis (LCA)?
I. Straightforward
II. Expensive
III. Time-consuming
Question 5
HLPaper 1
Which eco-design system gives a low, medium or high risk rating for each stage of a life cycle analysis (LCA)?
Question 6
SLPaper 1
What are the three main categories emphasized in eco-design?
Question 7
HLPaper 1
Cradle to grave is a linear economy based on the make, use, dispose model. What model is cradle to cradle based on?
Question 8
SLPaper 1
Which of the following are considered when carrying out a life cycle analysis (LCA)?
I. Utilization
II. Disposal
III. Amount of labour
Question 9
SLPaper 1
Smart TVs enable access to a number of services including film and television content, internet browsing, social media, cloud photo and file storage and a host of other apps, see
Figure 1: A smart TV
What is a smart TV an example of?
Question 10
HLPaper 1
Designers need to know which materials for a particular product would be most sustainable.
Which of the following would help a designer achieve this task?