What Is the First Step in Failure Modes and Effects

question 3

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in failure modes and effects analysis?

• A) assign each component an identifier
• B) list functions for each part
• C) identify highest risks
• D) list one or two failure modes for each function
• E) estimate likelihood of failure

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