Scientific Method vs Engineering Design Process

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Which of the following best describes the difference between the scientific method and the engineering design process?

The scientific method explores the physical and natural world, while the engineering design process solves problems and fulfills needs. (correct)
The scientific method allows for testing and redesigning, while the engineering design process allows for analyzing results.
The scientific method is an application of knowledge, while the engineering design process is a body of knowledge.
The scientific method is used to build prototypes, while the engineering design process is used to test hypotheses.

What is the main goal of the engineering design process?

To build prototypes.
To explore the physical and natural world.
To analyze the results.
To solve problems and fulfill needs. (correct)

What is the main goal of the scientific method?

To explore the physical and natural world. (correct)
To solve problems and fulfill needs.
To build prototypes.
To analyze the results.

What is the key difference between the engineering design process and the scientific method in terms of testing?

<p>The engineering design process is used to build prototypes, while the scientific method uses experiments to test hypotheses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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