SQA Common 2

Question 1

Which statistical tool is most commonly used in SQA to identify the root cause of quality problems by categorizing defects?

Accepted Answer

Pareto chart

Answer

A Pareto chart applies the 80/20 rule to prioritize the most significant defect categories, directing root cause analysis efforts effectively.

Question 2

In quality assurance, what is a 'corrective action' in response to a nonconformance?

Accepted Answer

Action taken to eliminate the cause of a detected nonconformity

Answer

Corrective action addresses the root cause of a detected nonconformity to prevent recurrence, not just the symptom.

Question 3

What does the term 'validation' specifically refer to in the context of SQA?

Accepted Answer

Confirming that a product meets intended use requirements

Answer

Validation confirms that the product fulfills its intended purpose and user needs, as opposed to verification which checks specifications.

Question 4

Which type of audit evaluates a supplier's quality system from a customer's perspective?

Accepted Answer

Second-party audit

Answer

A second-party audit is conducted by a customer or their representative to assess a supplier's quality management system.

Question 5

In SQA, what is the primary purpose of a Quality Management Plan (QMP)?

Accepted Answer

To define quality standards, resources, and activities for a project

Answer

A Quality Management Plan outlines how quality policies, objectives, and responsibilities will be applied to a specific project.

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