Identify the problem

Brainstorm solutions

Build a prototype

Test the solution

To generate a wide range of possible solutions

To select the best solution

To build a prototype

To test the solution

To test the solution

To select the best solution

To identify the problem

To brainstorm solutions

To identify the problem

To brainstorm solutions

To build a prototype

To evaluate the effectiveness of the solution

Identify the problem

Brainstorm solutions

Build a prototype

Communicate the solution

The process is repeated until a satisfactory solution is found

The process is linear and follows a set of predefined steps

The process is only used for complex problems

The process is only used for simple problems

Define the problem, generate solutions, evaluate solutions, implement the solution

Identify the problem, brainstorm solutions, build a prototype, test the solution

Research the problem, develop a solution, test the solution, implement the solution

Analyze the problem, design a solution, build a prototype, test the solution

Constraints limit the design options and force the engineer to be creative

Constraints are not important in the engineering design process

Constraints are only used for complex problems

Constraints are only used for simple problems

User needs are not important in the engineering design process

Considering user needs ensures that the solution is effective and user-friendly

Considering user needs is only important for complex problems

Considering user needs is only important for simple problems

Feedback is not important in the engineering design process

Feedback helps to improve the solution and identify areas for improvement

Feedback is only important for complex problems

Feedback is only important for simple problems

Documentation is not important in the engineering design process

Documentation helps to communicate the design and solution to stakeholders

Documentation is only important for complex problems

Documentation is only important for simple problems

Ethics are not important in the engineering design process

Ethics ensure that the solution is responsible and does not harm the environment or society

Ethics are only important for complex problems

Ethics are only important for simple problems

Sustainability is not important in the engineering design process

Sustainability ensures that the solution is environmentally friendly and resource-efficient

Sustainability is only important for complex problems

Sustainability is only important for simple problems

Innovation is not important in the engineering design process

Innovation leads to new and creative solutions that address the problem in a unique way

Innovation is only important for complex problems

Innovation is only important for simple problems

Collaboration is not important in the engineering design process

Collaboration brings together diverse perspectives and expertise to create better solutions

Collaboration is only important for complex problems

Collaboration is only important for simple problems