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Engineering and technology
Contributed by: Grainger
  • 1. Engineering and technology play crucial roles in shaping our modern world. Engineers apply scientific principles to design, develop, and test solutions to complex problems, while technology enables the implementation of these solutions. From developing innovative products and systems to improving infrastructure and communication networks, the fields of engineering and technology drive progress and innovation in all aspects of life. As technology continues to advance rapidly, engineers are constantly seeking new ways to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and safety in our ever-changing society.

    Which type of engineering focuses on designing aircraft and spacecraft?
A) Civil engineering
B) Mechanical engineering
C) Chemical engineering
D) Aerospace engineering
  • 2. What does CAD stand for in engineering?
A) Common Architecture Development
B) Central Analysis Database
C) Creative Application Design
D) Computer-Aided Design
  • 3. What does IoT stand for in the context of technology?
A) Integrated Office Technology
B) Innovative Online Tools
C) Internet of Things
D) Input/Output Transfer
  • 4. What is the purpose of a heat sink in electronics?
A) To amplify sound
B) To dissipate heat and cool components
C) To increase speed
D) To store data
  • 5. What is the function of a firewall in computer networking?
A) To protect against unauthorized access
B) To improve resolution
C) To boost internet speed
D) To block emails
  • 6. Which engineering field deals with designing and constructing buildings and infrastructure?
A) Civil engineering
B) Electrical engineering
C) Biomedical engineering
D) Environmental engineering
  • 7. What type of energy does a solar panel convert sunlight into?
A) Thermal energy
B) Chemical energy
C) Electrical energy
D) Mechanical energy
  • 8. In networking, what does LAN stand for?
A) Local Area Network
B) Long Antenna Network
C) Lowest Available Node
D) Large Access Node
  • 9. Which type of engineering focuses on chemical processes and manufacturing?
A) Biomedical engineering
B) Computer engineering
C) Chemical engineering
D) Mechatronics engineering
  • 10. What is the main purpose of a transistor in electronics?
A) To generate heat
B) To amplify or switch electronic signals
C) To produce sound
D) To store photos
  • 11. Which technology is used to identify individuals based on their unique physical characteristics?
A) Quantum computing
B) Nanotechnology
C) Biometrics
D) Blockchain
  • 12. What does VR stand for in the context of technology?
A) Voice Recognition
B) Visual Rendering
C) Video Recording
D) Virtual Reality
  • 13. What is the purpose of an oscilloscope in electronics?
A) To print documents
B) To display and analyze electronic signals
C) To play video games
D) To measure temperature
  • 14. What is the role of a capacitor in an electronic circuit?
A) To amplify sound
B) To cool down the system
C) To store and release electrical energy
D) To filter radio waves
  • 15. Which type of engineering focuses on designing computer hardware and software?
A) Architectural engineering
B) Computer engineering
C) Agricultural engineering
D) Petroleum engineering
  • 16. What does NFC stand for in the context of technology?
A) Near Field Communication
B) Network File Connection
C) Node Frequency Channel
D) National Fiber Cable
  • 17. Which type of engineering focuses on developing medical devices and procedures?
A) Petroleum engineering
B) Marine engineering
C) Nuclear engineering
D) Biomedical engineering
  • 18. What is a PID controller commonly used for in control systems?
A) To design logos
B) To play music
C) To store files
D) To regulate processes by adjusting control inputs
  • 19. Which technology is used for wireless data transmission over short distances?
A) 3G
B) Bluetooth
C) Wi-Fi
D) Satellite
  • 20. Which programming language is commonly used for data analysis and scientific computing?
A) HTML
B) Java
C) PHP
D) Python
  • 21. What does GPS stand for in the context of technology?
A) Graphics Processing System
B) Groovy Plugin Script
C) General Packet Service
D) Global Positioning System
  • 22. What is the process of converting raw materials into finished goods using machinery and industrial systems called?
A) Manufacturing
B) Optimization
C) Automation
D) Robotics
  • 23. What does the term '3D printing' refer to in the technology industry?
A) Augmented Reality
B) Data Encryption
C) Digital Simulation
D) Additive Manufacturing
  • 24. What does the acronym 'AI' stand for when referring to technology?
A) Analog Interactions
B) Automated Inventions
C) Artificial Intelligence
D) Advanced Innovations
  • 25. Who is often referred to as the 'Father of the Computer' for his work on the Analytical Engine in the 1830s?
A) Charles Babbage
B) Alan Turing
C) Tim Berners-Lee
D) John von Neumann
  • 26. Which type of heat transfer does not require any medium for energy transfer?
A) Evaporation
B) Conduction
C) Radiation
D) Convection
  • 27. What does the term 'MIMO' stand for in wireless communication technology?
A) Mobile Integration Management Operation
B) Matrix Interface Modulation Operation
C) Miniature Input Micro Output
D) Multiple Input Multiple Output
  • 28. What technology allows simultaneous communication between multiple parties in different locations via text, audio, and video?
A) Video Conferencing
B) Voice Recognition
C) Blockchain
D) Augmented Reality
  • 29. Which material is commonly used in integrated circuit fabrication due to its semiconducting properties?
A) Gold
B) Aluminum
C) Silicon
D) Copper
  • 30. What is the term for a process that automatically executes tasks usually performed by humans?
A) Machine Learning
B) Automation
C) Artificial Intelligence
D) Robotics
  • 31. Which component of a computer typically performs arithmetic and logical operations?
A) SSD (Solid State Drive)
B) CPU (Central Processing Unit)
C) GPU (Graphics Processing Unit)
D) RAM (Random Access Memory)
  • 32. What does HTML stand for in web development?
A) Hyper Transfer Markup Language
B) Home Tool Management Language
C) High Tech Multimedia Language
D) Hypertext Markup Language
  • 33. What is the unit of electric current?
A) Joule (J)
B) Ampere (A)
C) Volt (V)
D) Ohm (Ω)
  • 34. Which company is known for developing the Windows operating system?
A) Microsoft
B) Apple
C) Google
D) IBM
  • 35. What does CPU stand for in computing?
A) Computer Processing Unit
B) Controlled Processing Unit
C) Critical Processing Unit
D) Central Processing Unit
  • 36. What is the process of converting analog signals into digital data called?
A) Data Encryption
B) Digital-to-Analog Conversion
C) Analog-to-Digital Conversion
D) Signal Amplification
  • 37. Which company is known for developing the Android operating system?
A) Google
B) Apple
C) IBM
D) Microsoft
  • 38. What is the unit of measurement for electric resistance?
A) Ampere
B) Volt
C) Ohm
D) Watt
  • 39. Which technology is used to connect computers in a local area network (LAN)?
A) DSL
B) Wi-Fi
C) Bluetooth
D) Ethernet
  • 40. What is the term for the process of designing an object to be three-dimensionally printed?
A) CAD drafting
B) Sculpting
C) 3D modeling
D) 2D rendering
  • 41. Which technology is used to store digital data on physical media such as CDs or DVDs?
A) Solid-state storage
B) Optical storage
C) Cloud storage
D) Magnetic storage
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