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The Fundamentals of Engineering
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Which individual is considered to be the first engineer in the United States?

  • Engr. Dave de Ramos
  • George Washington (correct)
  • Count Rumford
  • Benjamin Thompson

    • What is the meaning of the Latin word 'ingenium', from which the term 'engineering' is derived?

  • To apply science to life
  • To contrive, devise
  • Cleverness (correct)
  • To develop economical solutions

    • What is the main purpose of engineering?

  • To apply science to life (correct)
  • To develop economical solutions
  • To honor George Washington
  • To contrive and devise

    • What is the theme of the National Engineers Week held in the United States in honor of George Washington?

    <p>Engineers turn dreams into reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Benjamin Thompson, what is engineering?

    <p>The application of science to the common purpose of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

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