Which One of the Following Statements Is TRUE

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) With due diligence, variation in a process can be completely eliminated.
• B) No two products are exactly alike because the processes that produce them contain many sources of variation, even if the process is a machine.
• C) Common causes of variation are those factors that can be identified as commonly occurring at a particular process.
• D) SPC and TQM are two competing techniques for quality control.

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Definitions:

Bounded Rationality Model

A concept suggesting that individuals make decisions based on the limited information available to them and within the constraints of their cognitive capacity.

Political Model

A framework that analyzes organizational decision-making and behavior through the lens of power, conflict, and lobbying among competing stakeholders.

Direct Model

A straightforward approach where decisions or actions invoke a predictable and clear response or result.

Data

Raw, unprocessed facts and figures without any analysis or interpretation.