Read the paragraph headings again. Do you agree with them?

Date: 2015-10-07; view: 493.

Writing and Speaking

Vocabulary

Anyone can use engineering ideas

Engineers use a method

Generally, engineers solve problems in a methodical way.

Engineers:

1 define the problem,

2 design a solution,

3 test the solution,

4 evaluate the solution

If the solution isn't right, the process is repeated. When a good solution is found, the next step is to:

5 communicatethe solution.

This method of problem-solving is useful in everydaylife. For example, you can use the five steps next time you prepare for a test.

1 Define the problem: I want to pass my test next week.

2 Design a solution: I will study for three hours a day.

3 Test the solution: Study for three hours a day and take the test.

4 Evaluate the solution: Have I passed the test with a good mark? Yes = a good solution. No = a bad solution, so think of a better one.

5 Communicate the solution: Tell your friends about your test-passing technique.

4. Read the four paragraphs again and decide if the sentences(1-4) below, are true(T) or false(F).

1 Lots of things are made by engineers. T/F

2 Engineering isn't practical. T/F

3 Engineers must think carefully. T/F

4 Only engineers can solve problems. T/F

5 Match the highlighted words from the text with the meanings(1-7) below.

1 plan

2 say exactly

3 a business man

4 answer

5 careful

6 assess the success of

7 normal