The Six Sigma Process of Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control

question 104

Multiple Choice

The Six Sigma process of define, measure, analyze, improve, and control (DMAIC) is

• A) an improvement system for existing processes falling below specification and needing incremental improvement.
• B) an improvement system used to develop new processes or products at 100 percent defect-free levels.
• C) a system of statistical procedures for achieving 100 percent control over how a task is performed.
• D) an improvement system used to develop new processes or products at Six Sigma levels.
• E) a system of statistical procedures for eliminating 100 percent of the variability in how a task is performed.

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Definitions:

Percussion

Tapping or striking the body to hear sounds or feel vibration.

Body Sounds

Audible sounds made by the body, often used in medical diagnosis, such as heartbeats, intestinal noises, or breath sounds.

Vibrations

Oscillations or repetitive motions around an equilibrium point, which can occur in physical systems ranging from simple pendulums to complex structures like buildings and machinery.

Range Of Motion

The complete range of motion that a joint can achieve, typically involving both bending and straightening actions.