ASQ Certified Quality Technician Questions 2

Question 1

Which control chart is most appropriate for monitoring the number of defects per unit when the sample size varies?

Accepted Answer

u-chart

Answer

The u-chart monitors the number of defects per unit and accommodates variable sample sizes.

Question 2

A process has a Cp of 1.5 but a Cpk of 0.8. What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

The process is capable but not centered

Answer

A Cp greater than 1 shows the process has sufficient spread capability, but Cpk less than 1 means the process mean is not centered within the specification limits.

Question 3

In a Gage R&R study, what does 'reproducibility' measure?

Accepted Answer

Variation due to different operators measuring the same part

Answer

Reproducibility measures the variation in measurements when different operators measure the same part using the same gage.

Question 4

Which sampling plan standard is commonly used for acceptance sampling by attributes in the US?

Accepted Answer

ANSI/ASQ Z1.4

Answer

ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 is the standard for sampling procedures and tables for inspection by attributes.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a pre-control chart?

Accepted Answer

To provide early warning that a process is about to go out of control

Answer

Pre-control charts provide real-time early warning signals that a process is drifting toward the specification limits before nonconforming product is produced.

ASQ - American Society for Quality Certification Practice Test

ASQ - American Society for Quality Certification Practice Test

ASQ Certified Quality Technician Questions 2