A Control Chart For $\bar { x }$ Is Shown Below

question 57

Essay

A control chart for $\bar { x }$ is shown below. Determine whether the process mean is within statistical control. If it is not, identify which of the three out-of-control criteria lead to rejection of a statistically stable mean.

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