If a Component Has a Relatively High Probability for Failure

question 74

Multiple Choice

If a component has a relatively high probability for failure that will affect the overall function of a product, then ________ is applied so that a backup system can take over for the failed primary system.

• A) redundancy
• B) life testing
• C) concurrent engineering
• D) statistical process control
• E) value stream mapping

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Definitions:

Knowledge

Information, understanding, or skill that one gets from experience or education; awareness or familiarity gained by experience of a fact or situation.

Competitively Superior Fit

A strategic alignment where a company's products or services match customer needs better than competitors, providing a competitive advantage.

Changing Environment

A situation where external and internal factors that affect an organization or individual's performance evolve over time.

Externally-Oriented Perception

The focus or perspective that emphasizes understanding and adapting to the external environment, including market trends, customer needs, and competitive actions.