Which of the Following Is Not One of the Unique

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not one of the unique features of Deming's philosophy?

• A)Variation is the primary source of quality nonconformance.
• B)Although quality is everyone's responsibility, senior management has the ultimate responsibility for quality improvement.
• C)Intrinsic motivation is more powerful than extrinsic motivation.
• D)Interacting parts of a system must be treated individually, not as a whole.
• E)Predictions must be grounded in theory that helps to understand cause-and-effect relationships.

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Definitions:

Perceived Barriers

Obstacles that individuals believe exist between themselves and their goals, which can influence behavior and outcomes.

Perceived Susceptibility

An individual's belief or assessment about their risk of developing a health condition or disease.

Perceived Benefits

The personal or subjective advantages that an individual believes they will gain from engaging in a certain behavior or action, influencing their decision-making process.

Stage Theories

Psychological theories that describe human development and behavior as occurring in distinct stages, each with its own characteristics.