Practice Repair - 8.3.2.4 | Chapter 8: Sustainable Design & The Circular Economy | IB Grade 8 Product Design
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8.3.2.4 - Repair

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of designing products for repair?

💡 Hint: Think about how repair enhances sustainability.

Question 2 Easy

Name one key advantage of modular design.

💡 Hint: Consider how this impacts the ease of repairs.

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Question 1

What is the primary goal of repair in sustainable design?

Increase cost
Extend product lifespan
Reduce quality

💡 Hint: Think about why we would want to fix rather than replace.

Question 2

True or False: Modular design can help in making repairs easier.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall how products are structured.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate the potential societal impacts if manufacturers were legally required to provide spare parts for all products for a minimum of 10 years after production. Discuss its benefits and potential drawbacks.

💡 Hint: Consider aspects of consumer behavior and manufacturing costs.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a product whose concept emphasizes its repairability. What features do you include, and how does it align with sustainable practices?

💡 Hint: Identify features that enhance user engagement in maintaining the product.

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