Suppose That a Process Is Comprised of Multiple Components, Each

question 29

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a process is comprised of multiple components, each having a 75% success rate. What is the change in reliability going from a series layout to a parallel layout if the process has 5 components?

• A) 0%
• B) 100%
• C) 76.2%
• D) -76.2 %
• E) unable to determine

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Definitions:

Less Than Desired

A situation or outcome that falls short of what was hoped for or expected.

Actual Performance

The real results achieved by an individual, team, or organization as compared to the goals or standards set.

Intuitive Thinking

Thinking that approaches problems in a flexible and spontaneous fashion.

Limited Facts

A situation or condition in which information available is scarce or incomplete, making it difficult to make informed decisions.