Gujarat Power Engineering and Research Institute
(A Constituent College of Gujarat Technological University)
Bachelors of Engineering
Contributor Personality Development Program (3160002)
CET 1 ASSIGNMENT
(ALL BRANCHES)
Section 1: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. Which of the following best describes "Designing Solutions" in CPDP?
a) Finding the easiest way to complete a task
b) Creating innovative and efficient ways to address a problem
c) Ignoring constraints to develop a solution
d) Using traditional methods without modification
2. A company is facing high employee turnover. Which approach follows the “Focus on Value”
principle?
a) Cutting costs by reducing employee benefits
b) Conducting surveys to understand employee concerns and improve workplace culture
c) Hiring new employees quickly without addressing internal issues
d) Increasing workload to maximize productivity
3. What is a key aspect of "Engaging Deeply" in problem-solving?
a) Delegating all responsibilities to others
b) Avoiding direct involvement in issues
c) Actively participating, researching, and understanding the problem
d) Ignoring long-term consequences and focusing on immediate results
4. Which of the following is an example of "Thinking in Enlightened Self-Interest"?
a) A company investing in employee wellness programs, knowing that a healthier workforce
improves productivity
b) A business raising prices for immediate profit without considering customer retention
c) An organization ignoring customer feedback to maintain traditional operations
d) A student working alone on a group project to get full credit
5. A startup is designing a mobile app for rural farmers. Which principle best aligns with their
goal?
a) Focus on Value
b) Engage Deeply
c) Think in Enlightened Self-Interest
d) All of the above
6. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an effective design solution?
a) Scalability
b) Solving a real problem
c) High cost with minimal impact
d) User-friendliness
7. A company is trying to reduce its environmental impact while maintaining profitability.
This is an example of:
a) Thinking in Enlightened Self-Interest
b) Focusing on Immediate Profits
c) Avoiding Responsibility
d) Engaging in Short-Term Gains
8. Engaging deeply in a project requires:
a) Surface-level understanding of the issue
b) Passive participation in discussions
c) Continuous learning, adaptation, and commitment to problem-solving
d) Ignoring feedback from others
9. Why is "Focus on Value" important in problem-solving?
a) It ensures decisions are based on personal interests only
b) It helps maximize short-term profits at any cost
c) It prioritizes sustainable and meaningful outcomes
d) It eliminates the need for feedback and iteration
10.A social entrepreneur starts a business providing affordable solar lamps to rural
households. This aligns with which principle?
a) Think in Enlightened Self-Interest
b) Engage Deeply
c) Focus on Value
d) All of the above
11.A manufacturing plant is experiencing frequent machine breakdowns, leading to
production delays. What is the best approach under “Designing Solutions”?
a) Hire more workers to manually compensate for machine failures
b) Implement a predictive maintenance system using IoT sensors to monitor machine health
c) Ignore the issue and continue operations as usual
d) Replace all machines without analyzing failure patterns
12.A civil engineering firm is designing a bridge for a flood-prone area. What decision aligns
with the “Focus on Value” principle?
a) Use the cheapest materials to reduce project costs
b) Design a structure that incorporates flexible materials and elevated supports for flood
resistance
c) Build the bridge quickly without considering long-term maintenance
d) Prioritize aesthetics over structural integrity
13.An electric vehicle (EV) startup is struggling to attract customers. What strategy reflects
“Engaging Deeply” with users?
a) Conducting user surveys and road tests to understand customer concerns about EVs
b) Launching a new EV model without any market research
c) Assuming that all customers are interested in sustainability and ignoring cost concerns
d) Reducing the vehicle’s features to lower production costs
14.A software company developing a smart home system realizes that customers are concerned
about privacy. What action follows “Thinking in Enlightened Self-Interest”?
a) Encrypt user data and provide transparent privacy policies to build customer trust
b) Collect user data without informing them to improve system performance
c) Ignore privacy concerns and focus only on system features
d) Charge customers extra for a privacy protection add-on
15.A city is experiencing severe water shortages. As an environmental engineer, what solution
aligns with “Designing Solutions”?
a) Proposing a rainwater harvesting system for public and private buildings
b) Relying on citizens to voluntarily reduce water usage
c) Importing water from other cities as a long-term solution
d) Implementing strict fines without offering sustainable alternatives
16.A mechanical engineering company is designing a new robotic arm for industrial
automation. What approach demonstrates “Focus on Value”?
a) Ensuring that the robotic arm is adaptable to multiple industries and not just one application
b) Making the robotic arm highly complex without considering ease of use
c) Using the most expensive components to showcase high quality
d) Ignoring customer feedback and designing based on assumptions
17.A power plant wants to switch to renewable energy but is worried about costs. How can it
follow “Thinking in Enlightened Self-Interest”?
a) Investing in solar and wind energy solutions that reduce long-term operational costs
b) Continuing to use fossil fuels since they are currently cheaper
c) Ignoring global trends and policies related to renewable energy
d) Passing the cost burden entirely onto consumers without improving efficiency
18.An AI-based traffic management system is being developed to reduce congestion. What is
the best way to “Engage Deeply” in this project?
a) Studying traffic flow data, analyzing driver behavior, and testing solutions in pilot areas
b) Launching the system citywide without testing
c) Assuming that the current road infrastructure is sufficient for any solution
d) Ignoring public feedback and only considering engineering challenges
19.A construction company is working on an eco-friendly building project. What action best
represents “Focus on Value”?
a) Using locally sourced materials and energy-efficient designs to reduce environmental impact
b) Prioritizing speed over sustainability to complete the project faster
c) Ignoring new construction techniques and following traditional methods
d) Building the project in a way that does not align with the local climate
20.A telecom company wants to expand internet services to rural areas. What approach aligns
with “Thinking in Enlightened Self-Interest”?
a) Partnering with local governments and communities to provide affordable connectivity
b) Expanding only to profitable urban areas while ignoring rural demands
c) Offering expensive internet plans that are inaccessible to low-income users
d) Using outdated infrastructure to reduce costs, despite performance issues
Section 2: Real-Life Scenario Questions
(Answer ANY 3 scenario-based questions with logical reasoning in NOT LESS THAN 150 WORDS.)
1. A city is experiencing heavy traffic congestion, leading to delays and increased pollution. As
an urban planner, propose an innovative solution using the “Design Solutions” approach. Explain
how your idea is feasible and beneficial.
2. A mobile phone company is designing a new smartphone. Instead of just improving camera
quality, they want to focus on adding real value for customers. Suggest two unique features that
would genuinely enhance user experience and explain why they align with the “Focus on Value”
principle.
3. A company wants to improve customer satisfaction but is struggling to understand what
customers truly need. Describe a step-by-step approach they should take to deeply engage with
their audience and improve their product.
4. A factory owner realizes that pollution from his plant is affecting local communities. He is
concerned about costs but also understands that a sustainable approach could benefit both the
business and society. Suggest a solution that aligns with “Thinking in Enlightened Self-Interest”
and explain its long-term benefits.
Section 3: Mini-Case Studies
(Answer ALL the questions in not more that 50 WORDS EACH))
1. A startup launched a food delivery app, but customers complained about slow delivery
times and incorrect orders. The app's design looked great, but it didn’t update restaurant
inventory in real-time.
Questions:
1. Which step of Design Thinking did the company ignore?
2. What features could they add to focus on value and improve the user experience?
2. A tech company developed a high-tech smartwatch with many features. However, users
complained that the battery lasted only 6 hours, making it inconvenient for daily use.
Questions:
1. How could the company have engaged deeply with users before launch?
2. Suggest a design solution to extend battery life.
3. A customer service AI chatbot was launched to handle queries. Instead of improving
support, customers got frustrated because the chatbot gave irrelevant answers and
couldn’t handle complex issues.
Questions:
1. Which design flaw caused this failure?
2. How can the chatbot be improved using user-centered design
4. A company launched a smart mirror that displayed the weather and news. However,
users found it too expensive and unnecessary, leading to low sales.
Questions:
1. Why did this product fail in terms of Think in Enlightened Self-Interest?
2. Suggest a feature that would make it more useful.
5. A university introduced a new online portal for students to access grades and
schedules. However, the interface was complicated, and many students couldn’t find
important information.
Questions:
1. How could the developers have focused on value in the design process?
2. Suggest an improvement to the portal.
6. A company is testing a self-driving car. One scenario showed that in an emergency, the
car had to choose between hitting a pedestrian or crashing into a wall, possibly harming
the driver.
Questions:
1. How does this relate to ethical decision-making in AI?
2. Should the company release the car before solving this issue?
7. A company launched a smart door lock that works via a mobile app. However, many
users found themselves locked out of their homes when the app failed due to a server
issue.
Questions:
1. What critical design flaw led to this failure?
2. How can they prevent such issues in the future?
8. A new social media app became very popular, but users started complaining that they
were spending too much time on it, affecting their productivity.
Questions:
1. How could the company have engaged deeply with users before designing
addictive features?
2. Suggest a feature that helps users maintain a healthy balance.
9. An e-commerce app was designed to recommend products based on past purchases.
However, customers found the recommendations repetitive and inaccurate, leading to
frustration.
Questions:
1. What data analysis mistake might the company have made?
2. How can they improve the recommendation system?
10. A company developed an online learning platform for programming courses.
However, students found the lessons too theoretical and boring, leading to low
engagement.
Questions:
1. How could they have designed a more engaging learning experience?
2. Suggest a feature to improve student retention.
