Lesson T&EE:A2-4
STEM
 
CD T&EE.  Technology & Engineering Education
Unit A.  Technology
Problem Area 2.  History of Technology
Lesson 4.  STEM
 
 

1. What is the study of the natural world through observation, identification, description, experimental investigation, and theoretical explanations?

a. experimentation

b. mathematics

c. science

d. technology

Answer: c

2. __________ is a numbers tool; through it we are able to measure, analyze, describe, predict, and communicate.

a. Experimentation

b. Mathematics

c. Science

d. Technology

Answer: b

3. Which of the following is a true statement?

a. Mathematics is totally independent from both science and technology.

b. Science, mathematics, and technology share the belief in order.

c. Science provides a resource of information for mathematics.

d. Technology provides tools and materials for imagination and openness.

Answer: b

4. Patents are sometimes used to protect ___________?

a. free thinking

b. mathematical calculations

c. scientific hypotheses

d. technological innovations

Answer: d