Answer:
The next step is prototype testing
Explanation:
The stages of the design process are;
1) Situation analysis
Paper based research is conducted on the situation to obtain the situation parameters
2) Brief writing
With the situation analysis developed above, the brief of the current situation is put down on paper
3) Problem research
The problem is researched and experimented on with the development of a paper based proof of the possible concept
4) Specification writing
The specifications of the problem are outlined
5) List the possible solutions
The possible solutions are brainstormed and listed
6) Preferred solution selection
The preferred solution is selected based on the constraints in the situation
7) Create working drawing/plan
The working design drawing of the selected solution or concept is completed and evaluated for applicability
8) Building of a prototype
The design is converted into a prototype which is a model of the actual solution
9) Testing of the prototype
The prototype is tested for functionality, for ability to work in the intended situation and/or in the intended system
10) Report writing
A report is made on the outcome of the tests for review before production
Therefore, after the prototype is created, stage 8, the next step is the testing of the prototype stage 9.
