Explain the effect of the criteria and constraints on a design.

Explanation should include the concept that the criteria (i.e., requirements) and constraints (i.e., limitations) lead to tradeoffs to optimize the design. 

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is an example of a tradeoff?
  • Why do criteria and constraints lead to tradeoffs?
  • How is a design optimized?
  • What role does mathematics play in optimization?