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Comparing Possible Solutions

Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints

Suggested ages 8–11

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Learning journey

Your child is learning to think like an engineer — designing solutions to problems, planning fair tests, and improving their ideas based on what works best.

Evidence of understanding

Generate at least three possible solutions to a defined design problem
Compare solutions against the specified criteria and constraints
Select the most promising solution with reasoning for the choice

Assessment prompt

Can Comparing Possible Solutions brainstorm several different solutions to a design challenge and then compare them to decide which one best meets the requirements?

Standards alignment

3-5-ETS1-2US · ngss-k5

3-5-ETS1-2

Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) K-5