Definitions: Quality Assurance, Process Improvement, Textile, Data Distribution

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Which term refers to the relationship between variables that is measured?

Significant factors
Data distribution
Data trends (correct)
Flowcharting

What does 'early detection' involve in problem analysis?

Recognizing a problem early on (correct)
Quickly coming up with ideas
Measuring the relationship between variables
Making visual diagrams

Which tool is essential for identifying and resolving quality-related issues quickly and efficiently?

Brainstorming
Problem analysis
7 QC Tools (correct)
Improvements

What does 'correlation' refer to in the context of quality assurance?

Relationship between variables (D) Signup and view all the answers

What inspired Kaoru Ishikawa to develop the seven quality tools?

Seven famous weapons of Benkei (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which popular process improvement methodologies are often used in conjunction with the seven QC tools?

Six Sigma, TQM, Lean management (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Check Sheet in quality control?

To gather, collect and analyze data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does a Fishbone Diagram assist individuals with?

Brainstorming to identify root causes (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does a Fishbone Diagram visually represent causes and problems?

Like a tree with branches (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the main problem in a Fishbone Diagram?

It is at the head of the diagram (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of problem analysis?

Examining a situation in detail to understand its causes and effects (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of quality assurance, what is the purpose of early detection?

Recognizing problems early on before they escalate (D) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes data distribution from correlation?

Data distribution indicates how frequently each value occurs, while correlation measures the relationship between variables. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What role do significant factors play in process improvement?

Having a significant impact on improving methods and efficiency (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main inspiration behind the development of the seven quality tools by Kaoru Ishikawa?

The seven famous weapons of Benkei (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why are the 7 QC Tools regarded as the gold standard for resolving quality issues?

They are used in conjunction with Six Sigma and Lean management (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Process Distribution Check Sheet in quality control?

Observing the process variation over time (A) Signup and view all the answers

In a Fishbone Diagram, why do the reasons branch out like ribs?

To identify possible causes of the main problem (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key step in making a Fishbone Diagram according to the text?

Deciding on key categories of causes (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does a Defect Type Sheet differ from a Defect Location Sheet in quality control?

Defect Type Sheet analyzes where defects occur, while Defect Location Sheet identifies different defects and their frequency (B) Signup and view all the answers