six sigma final
A value stream map:
"Integrates information, value-added time, non-value added time, and SIPOC into one flow."
The project story board:
"Is a graphic representation of the actions, data, and decisions of the DMAIC project"
The process steps in a Pilot Run are:
"Plan, review design, run pilot, evaluate pilot."
What are the three Six Sigma experimental design types?
"Screening, Characterizing, Optimizing"
1. How many runs does a 23 full factorial experiment consist of?
8
1. Which of the following statements is NOT true for multi-vari charts?
A multi-vari chart will include the values for more than one response (Y) variable.
Which of the following statements is NOT true for multi-vari charts?
A multi-vari chart will include the values for more than one response (Y) variable.
1. Which statement describes the purpose of Nominal Group Technique?
A type of brainstorming but with limited vocal interaction
Which statement describes the purpose of Nominal Group Technique? Hint: If you need help, review the Six Sigma tools on CourseWeb > Course Documents.
A type of brainstorming but with limited vocal interaction.
Why use factorial plots?
Allows you to see the plots of the main effects. Allows you to see the interaction plots. Shows how to set each factor to either maximize or minimize the response.
Negative correlation between variable X and Y data implies:
As X increases, Y decreases."
Which of the following is NOT a work package in the Analyze Phase?
Assess Process Capability.
A multi-vari study isolates the causes of output variation into all of the following categories EXCEPT:
Assignable
1. Performing an experiment at the same time each day is an example of
Blocking
Performing an experiment at the same time each day is an example of
Blocking
1. Which experimental design has a long list of factors making control of the factors challenging?
Boil-the-Ocean
Which experimental design has a long list of factors making control of the factors challenging?
Boil-the-Ocean
An observational study will use _______ to identify the critical Xs
Box and whisker plots
1. Which statement best represents the goal of the Analyze Phase.
Determine and prioritize root causes
Which statement best represents the goal of the Analyze Phase
Determine and prioritize root causes.
1. Which Six Sigma tool is used to identify specific ways in which a product, process, or service might fail and to then develop countermeasures targeted at those specific failures?
FMEA
Which Six Sigma tool is used to identify specific ways in which a product, process, or service might fail and to then develop countermeasures targeted at those specific failures?
FMEA
"In DOE, a ""run"" occurs when the effect of one factor on the response depends on, or interacts with, the setting of another factor."
False
1. "In DOE, a ""run"" occurs when the effect of one factor on the response depends on, or interacts with, the setting of another factor."
False
1. A trial-and-error approach to experimental design isolates a single factor and studies the affect across a wide range of values (levels) while holding all other factors constant.
False
1. An Interrelationship Diagram documents the various communication path among project team members.
False
1. Cyclical variation is also known as time-to-time variation.
False
1. During the Analyze Phase, the project team may find one, and only one, root cause.
False
1. Stratified histograms are a valid means to analyze data when both X and Y are variable data.
False
A trial-and-error approach to experimental design isolates a single factor and studies the affect across a wide range of values (levels) while holding all other factors constant.
False
An Interrelationship Diagram documents the various communication path among project team members.
False
Cyclical variation is also known as time-to-time variation
False
During the Analyze Phase, the project team may find one, and only one, root cause.
False
In DOE, a ""run"" occurs when the effect of one factor on the response depends on, or interacts with, the setting of another factor."
False
In an experiment, inputs are allowed to vary randomly throughout the specification range."
False
It is NOT necessary to assess training effectiveness in the Improve phase as this will be manage in the Control Plan.
False
Perform Risk Assessment is a work package in the Control phase.
False
Scatter plots are used to analyze discrete and variable data
False
Stratified histograms are a valid means to analyze data when both X and Y are variable data.
False
The Project Story Board includes only graphical documentation and therefore should exclude the Control Plan.
False
The Pugh Analysis is limited to three cycles, or runs.
False
The Pugh Analysis uses numeric ratings
False
The primary objective of the Analyze Phase Gate review is to secure funding for the Improve and Control Phases.
False
the transition plan is a one-time event with no requirement for follow-on reviews.
False
The Risk Priority Number (RPN) in a FMEA analysis is determined by:
Multiplying severity by occurrence by detection.
1. All of the following are Six Sigma tools used to determine and prioritize root cause(s) EXCEPT.
Problems statement.
All of the following are Six Sigma tools used to determine and prioritize root cause(s) EXCEPT.
Problems statement.
Which of the following is NOT a step in training.
Provide work instructions on-line.
What is a valid approach to dealing with external factors beyond your control, such as a rise in ambient temperature or humidity?"
Randomization
1. What are the three Six Sigma experimental design types?
Screening, Characterizing, Optimizing"
Which data analysis option should be used when X is discrete and Y is variable?
Stratified frequency plot
1. Which data analysis option should be used when X is discrete and Y is variable?
Stratified frequency plot.
Which data analysis option should be used when X is discrete and Y is variable?
Stratified frequency plot.
Which of the following is NOT a tool to prioritize solutions.
TO BE Value Stream Map.
The multiplication rule is used to set the values in the code design matrix for second-order effects
TRue
The primary deliverables of the improve phase are:
Tested robust solution. An improved process that is stable and meets customer requirements.
1. Which of the following is NOT a valid reason to perform process analysis during the Analyze Phase.
To determine proper segregation of duties among functions.
Which of the following is NOT a valid reason to perform process analysis during the Analyze Phase.
To determine proper segregation of duties among functions.
Why do we replicate our experimental runs?
To obtain a better estimate of the variation and look at interactions.
Which of the following is NOT a work package in the Improve phase?
Transition ownership.
1. A key objective of data mining is to identify the vital few Xs in the trivial many Xs.
True
1. Positional variation is also known as within unit variation
True
1. The primary purpose of the Analyze Phase is to determine and prioritize root causes.
True
A Cost Evaluation may include fixed and variable costs.
True
A High Impact, Low Effort solution should be considered as a viable candidate solution.
True
A key objective of data mining is to identify the vital few Xs in the trivial many Xs.
True
A tested robust solution is a deliverable of the Improve phase.
True
Affinity diagrams are a Six Sigma tool used during the Analyze Phase.
True
Control Plans include the gage or measurement technique.
True
Full factorial design requires more runs than fractional factorial designs given the same number of factors.
True
Standard Operating Procedures as also known as Level Three ISO 9001 documents and Work Instructions.
True
The goal of the Control Phase is to control the performance of the process and lock down the gains.
True
The main effect of a factor X1 is the average response of X1 at the high level minus the average response of X1 at the low level.
True
The multiplication rule is used to set the values in the code design matrix for second-order effects.
True
The primary purpose of the Analyze Phase is to determine and prioritize root causes.
True
the multiplication rule is used to set the values in the code design matrix for second-order effects.
True
1. What is the correct definition of replication?
duplicating the entire experiment in a time sequence with a different setup
What is the correct definition of replication?
duplicating the entire experiment in a time sequence with a different setup
