Question 1

Find the maximum and minimum points in the function: y = 2x^3 + 3x^2 - 4

Options :

A : x = 1 or x = -1

B : x = 0 or x = 4

C : x = .794 or x = 1

D : x = 0 or x = -1

Answer: A

Question 2

Which method focuses on improving processes by reducing variability and defects?

Options :

A : Six Sigma

B : Total Quality Management (TQM)

C : Just-In-Time (JIT) Manufacturing

D : Lean Manufacturing

Answer: A

Question 3

Which assembly method would be used when a specific operation is performed many times on one or a few parts?

Options :

A : Synchronous assembly.

B : Non-synchronous assembly.

C : Single-station assembly.

D : Continuous-motion assembly.

Answer: C

Question 4

In calculus, integration is defined as:

Options :

A : finding the range of values which may be included in a function.

B : finding the slope of the curve of a function.

C : finding the maximum and minimum points along the curve of a function

D : finding the area under the curve of a function.

Answer: D

Question 5

What is a common feature of nanomaterials?

Options :

A : High surface area to volume ratio

B : Low reactivity

C : High density

D : Large particle size

Answer: A