In Acceptance Sampling, When the Random Sample Passes the Buyer's

question 185

Multiple Choice

In acceptance sampling, when the random sample passes the buyer's incoming test (low number of defects found) , the next action taken is to:

• A) accept the entire lot of incoming materials.
• B) do additional testing to reduce the risk of accepting a bad-quality lot.
• C) place the lot on hold and wait for additional lots from this seller to be tested to assure consistent good quality.
• D) 100% inspect the lot because some defects were found.

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Definitions:

Fixed-interval Schedule

A timing-based reinforcement scheme where a specific time interval must elapse before a response is rewarded.

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, it refers to a process that increases the likelihood of a behavior by adding or removing a stimulus following the behavior.

Randomly Varying

Characterized by changes or differences that occur in a random manner, not following any specific pattern or prediction.

Shaping

A training technique that involves gradually reinforcing behaviors that come closer and closer to a targeted action.