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What is the origin of the term 'Six Sigma'?

  • It is based on the six key statistical tools used in Six Sigma projects
  • It originates from statistical quality control, representing a defect rate within six standard deviations of the mean (correct)
  • It is derived from the six stages of the Six Sigma methodology
  • It comes from the six core principles of process improvement

What is the primary goal of Six Sigma strategies?

  • To identify and remove the causes of defects and minimize variability in manufacturing and business processes (correct)
  • To implement automation in manufacturing processes
  • To streamline the supply chain management
  • To maximize profits and reduce production costs

When was Six Sigma registered as a service mark?

  • June 11, 1989
  • June 11, 1986
  • June 11, 1995
  • June 11, 1991 (correct)

What is the role of Six Sigma experts in the process?

<p>Using empirical and statistical quality management methods (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the specific value targets of each Six Sigma project?

<p>Reducing pollution or increasing customer satisfaction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the essence of the secondary sector of the economy?

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What is the field of engineering that designs and optimizes the manufacturing process?

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What is the most common application of industrial design?

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To whom may finished goods from manufacturing be sold?

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What is the range of human activity that the term 'manufacturing' may refer to?

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Origin of 'Six Sigma'?

Statistical quality control; defect rate within six standard deviations of the mean.

Primary goal of Six Sigma?

To identify and remove causes of defects and minimize variability.

When was Six Sigma registered?

June 11, 1991.

Role of Six Sigma experts?

Using empirical and statistical quality management methods.

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Value targets of Six Sigma projects?

Reducing pollution or increasing customer satisfaction.

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Essence of the secondary sector?

Manufacturing.

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Field for optimizing manufacturing?

Manufacturing engineering.

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Common application of industrial design?

Transforming raw materials into finished goods on a large scale.

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To whom are manufacturing sold?

Other manufacturers and end users.

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Range of 'manufacturing'?

Handicraft to high-tech.

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