Comparing Design Solutions
Analyse data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of each design
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“If your child tests two different paper aeroplane designs, can they compare the results and explain which one flew better and why?”
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- Activity. Analyse data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of each design
What to notice. Test two designs that address the same problem and collect data on their performance • Compare the results, identifying strengths and weaknesses of each design • Use data as evidence to recommend which design works better and suggest improvements
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If your child tests two different paper aeroplane designs, can they compare the results and explain which one flew better and why?
Analyse data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of each design
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- Test two designs that address the same problem and collect data on their performance
- Compare the results, identifying strengths and weaknesses of each design
- Use data as evidence to recommend which design works better and suggest improvements
“If your child tests two different paper aeroplane designs, can they compare the results and explain which one flew better and why?”
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- Type
- Procedural
- Subject
- Science
- Domain
- Scientific Inquiry
- Age range
- Ages 5–8
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