Practice 8.1 Sustainable development 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.
Triple bottom line sustainability does not only focus on the profitability of an organization or product, but also the environmental and social benefit it can bring.
Which of the following refers to triple bottom line sustainability?
Which of the following best describes the concept of sustainable development?
Organic cotton uses non-genetically modified plants and is grown without the use of any pesticides. Clothing manufacturers can be involved at the growth stage of this material, right through to seeing it made into products given to retailers.
What is this an example of?
Everyone involved in making, selling, buying or handling a product takes responsibility for minimizing the environmental impact throughout its life cycle. What is the name given to this type of sustainable development?
Which of the following is a principle of sustainable development?