The Six Sigma Process Received Its Name From

question 29

Multiple Choice

The Six Sigma process received its name from:

• A) the intersection of six bell curves, where there are no errors.
• B) six degrees of freedom in removing an error, called "sigma."
• C) six tries to change or give up.
• D) six standard deviations, or less than 3.4 defects per million.
• E) Sigma, the computer company that invented it.

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Definitions:

Horizontal Analysis

A financial analysis technique that compares historical financial data over a series of reporting periods, or of different companies during the same period.

Certain Date

A specific, determined point in time, often mentioned in contracts and agreements.

Percentage Increase

A measure expressed as a percentage that represents the magnitude of an increase in a value or quantity compared to its original value.