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Production efficiency, waste and the environment
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Definition
Automation can increase output and reduce waste and errors but uses energy and creates electronic waste.
Example: Precision machines reduce material waste.
Found in: syllabus, sample exam and familiarisation guidelines, school notes.
Where you'll use it in the test
Syllabus area: Y12 Software Automation.
Question types it can appear in
- Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
- Extended response: Use it as a supporting point linked to the stimulus.
How to use it
A model sentence
“Automation can increase output and reduce waste and errors but uses energy and creates electronic waste.” Then apply it: Precision machines reduce material waste.
In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.
Command words used with it
No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past short answer and extended response questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.
Go deeper
- Flashcard: Production efficiency, waste and the environment in Software Automation (Year 12) · study that set
- Memorise: Impact of automation on individuals, society and the environment
- Notes: Assess the impact of automation on the individual, society and the environment,… (Software Automation (Year 12))
- Full term page: every question, note and marking comment for Production efficiency, waste and the environment
Check yourself
Explain “Production efficiency, waste and the environment” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.
Reveal the answer
Automation can increase output and reduce waste and errors but uses energy and creates electronic waste.
Example: Precision machines reduce material waste.
Could be tested as: Short answer, Extended response.