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<b>1. <section begin=req1 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>What is GBC?
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<b>2. <section begin=req2 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>What are the size requirements for a contraption?
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<b>3. <section begin=req3 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>What is the base unit of height/width used in building a contraption?
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<b>4. <section begin=req4 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Know the GBC standard rules & regulations used in a show.
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<b>5. <section begin=req5 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Define the key components of the contraption:
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:<b>a. <section begin=req5a /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>In-basket
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:<b>b. <section begin=req5b /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Lift mechanism
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:<b>c. <section begin=req5c /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Output
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<b>6. <section begin=req6 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>How are Technic™ pieces different from standard LEGO®? How are Technic axle and beam sizes measured?
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<b>7. <section begin=req7 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Demonstrate your knowledge by either drawing or showing an example of the following pieces/parts:
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:<b>a. <section begin=req7a /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Beam
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:<b>b. <section begin=req7b /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Axle
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:<b>c. <section begin=req7c /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Pin
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:<b>d. <section begin=req7d /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Bush (1/2 or whole)
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<b>8. <section begin=req8 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Define and give examples of the following pieces used in a contraption:
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:<b>a. <section begin=req8a /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Gear
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::<b>i. <section begin=req8ai /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Rack and Pinion
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::<b>ii. <section begin=req8aii /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Worm
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::<b>iii. <section begin=req8aiii /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Cam
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:<b>b. <section begin=req8b /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Motor
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:<b>c. <section begin=req8c /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Connector
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:<b>d. <section begin=req8d /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Beam
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:<b>e. <section begin=req8e /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Power Bank
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<b>9. <section begin=req9 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Define and give examples of the different methods to move the ball.
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<b>10. <section begin=req10 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Why is it critical that you test your contraption during the construction process, rather than waiting until the end?
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<b>11. <section begin=req11 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Discuss standard building strategies:
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:<b>a. <section begin=req11a /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Make sure all the bricks are fully connected/seated.
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:<b>b. <section begin=req11b /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Make sure connectors/gears are not connected tightly.
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<b>12. <section begin=req12 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>Build a GBC from a kit or published instructions. It should have at least a 90% success rate (successfully move 27 out of 30 balls in and out of the contraption).
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<b>13. <section begin=req13 /><noinclude><translate></noinclude>In a group, put together a connected collection of at least five modules, which must use at least three different lift mechanisms. Successfully transfer 27 out of 30 balls through the entire collection of individual modules.
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