Here are the suggested responses for each of the questions based on the context provided:
Question 1
A) How can today’s mobile world be traced back to mechanical engineering?
Response: Mass production methods were an important part of the Industrial Revolution. Many mechanical engineers took advantage of it.
Question 2
A) Why don’t people use quadricycles today?
Response: The quadracycle was replaced by the automobile.
Question 3
A) Quantum mechanics is distinguished from classical mechanics by what unique characteristic?
Response: unpredictability
Question 4
A) Angel and Fabian are working on miniaturizing an engine. Two of their ideas for solutions are not easy but should be doable, while a third will require a quantum leap. They choose the third option. What does their choice BEST represent?
Response: their willingness to take a chance
Question 5
A) Imagine the arc of a football as it flies through the air. How does this motion illustrate classical mechanics?
Response: It may be affected by the wind.
Question 6
A) Why is classical mechanics considered a sub-discipline of quantum mechanics?
Response: Events in classic mechanics are smooth and predictable.
Question 7
A) An external combustion engine is to a turbine as an internal combustion engine is to:
Response: a piston.
Question 8
A) Darryl and Krista are calculating loads and measuring stress and stability. They must find out how reliable a product will be. What process are they performing?
Response: structural analysis
Question 9
A) Why are lighter materials or machines considered better in mechanical engineering?
Response: Lighter machines require less energy.
Question 10
A) What is the BEST reason heavy materials are still used to create products?
Response: A heavier material may be stronger and a better match for its use.
Question 11
A) How did an 18th century philosophical movement centered on tolerance, progress, and collaboration help the science of materials grow?
Response: These ideals inspired researchers to look to different fields, such as chemistry and physics, to understand scientific concepts.
Question 12
A) How is gravity related to classical mechanics?
Response: Gravity acts in a predictable way.
Question 13
A) At Peak Engineering, Zara and Richard’s team must find the best metals to use in a robotic system. According to earth science, what is the MOST challenging part of their job?
Response: They must understand chemical reactions.
Question 14
A) Cathy is revising the design of an outboard speedboat engine (an external engine that sits at the rear of the boat). The new design needs to be lighter and the engine, gearbox, and propeller will be one portable unit. What type of engine is Cathy re-designing?
Response: an internal combustion engine
Question 15
A) Knowing that physics involves the observation of objects and the study of matter, what is the relationship of physics to engineering?
Response: Behavior of objects at rest and in motion is essential to mechanical engineering.
Please review each response to ensure they align with your expectations or knowledge.