MCAS Science, Technology/Engineering Practice - Question List

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1. Which of the following tools can be used in a separating process during manufacturing?
  1. kiln
  2. mold
  3. rivet
  4. shears
2. Which of the following is the most likely reason for choosing a building material with a low thermal conductivity for a home?
  1. reduced heating costs
  2. increased heat transfer
  3. reduced construction costs
  4. increased structural strength
3. Which of the following is the best example of a transmitter functioning in a communication system?
  1. A fax machine prints out an image.
  2. A satellite dish on the ground receives a video signal.
  3. A computer processor translates a digital signal to an analog signal.
  4. A cellular telephone tower sends information to a cellular telephone.
4. A builder installs a radiant barrier on the floor of an attic to reduce summer heat gain in the house. To achieve the best result, the builder should use a material for the radiant barrier that is
  1. highly porous.
  2. highly reflective.
  3. highly absorptive.
  4. highly conductive.
5. Which of the following objects is a controller in a circuit?
  1. ammeter
  2. battery
  3. motor
  4. switch

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