The Taguchi Quality Loss Function (QLF) Demonstrates That as the Quality

question 102

Multiple Choice

The Taguchi Quality Loss Function (QLF) demonstrates that as the quality measure of a product declines, the loss due to quality defects:

• A) Increases as a quadratic function.
• B) Increases as a linear function.
• C) Increases at a decreasing rate.
• D) Decreases as a quadratic function.
• E) Increases as a step function.

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