A Quality Circle Studying the Problem of Incorrect Prices on Purchase

question 1

Multiple Choice

A quality circle studying the problem of incorrect prices on purchase orders identified several potential causes: incorrect information from requesting department, out-of-date catalogs from suppliers, defective computer software, and worker practices in the purchasing department.These potential cause-and-effect relationships are best illustrated by a _______________.

• A)check list
• B)Pareto chart
• C)control chart
• D)point-and-figure chart
• E)Fishbone diagram

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