Which of the Following Statements Is Consistent with the Ideas

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is consistent with the ideas that W.Edwards Deming promoted regarding quality management? 

• A) Understanding variation is essential to improving quality. 
• B) Statistical concepts rather than behavioral considerations should govern quality improvement efforts. 
• C) A key to quality improvement is to ensure that each part of the system functions effectively, independent from the others. 
• D) The burden of quality falls on those that do the work

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Definitions:

Contaminated

Refers to substances that are impure or polluted, often posing a risk to health or the environment.

Performance-Based Pay

A compensation strategy that ties a portion of an employee's pay directly to their performance or achievements, incentivizing high performance.

Cash Rewards

Monetary incentives provided to employees, customers, or individuals as recognition for their achievements, loyalty, or participation.

Performance

Performance refers to the execution and accomplishment of given tasks measured against preset known standards of accuracy, completeness, cost, and speed.