Test 3

Question 1

An experiment with two factors, in which all levels of one variable are run at each level of the second variable, is called a:

Answer 1

Factorial experiment

Question 2

If the trials of an experiment cannot be run in random order, what is the best alternative?

Answer 2

Use blocking variable

Question 3

What is the primary advantage of fractional factorial design

Answer 3

It requires less trials than a full factorial

Question 4

A good reason to begin an experiment with screening design experiments include:

Answer 4

All of above

Question 5

The power of an experiment refers to:

Answer 5

The ability to detect that an effect is significant

Question 6

The responsibility for optimizing a system rest with

Answer 6

Management

Question 7

A proper value stream analysis includes:

Answer 7

All the steps necessary to solve a customer’s problems

All the steps necessary to transform the raw material to finished goods

Question 8

An assembling process is receiving the incorrect pieces for assembly. To ensure that only the correct pieces are sent, the parts tub is redesigned so that only the correct pieces can fit into the tub. This is an application of:

Answer 8

Poka-yoke

Question 9

The advantage of a written procedure is:

Answer 9

It is a perpetual coordination device

Question 10

Statistical Process Control (SPC) is a method to

Answer 10

Stabilize a process by detecting process shifts

Question 11

What is the correct meaning of Takt Time?

Answer 11

The demand or pace that places orders

Question 12

Place the 5’a in the proper order:

Answer 12

Sort
Set-in-order
Standardize
Shine
Sustain

Question 13

The concept of holistic, when associated with the description of lean manufacturing, is meant to imply the interconnectivity and dependence among a set of five key elements:

Answer 13

Manufacturing Flow 
Organization 
Process Control 
Metrics
Logistics

Question 14

Kanban is based on a model of:

Answer 14

Supermarkets

Question 15

Which of the following is not one of the eight wastes?

Answer 15

Excess machine capacity

Question 16

A 3^2 experiment means that we are considering

Answer 16

Three levels of two factors

Question 17

Reliability

Answer 17

The probability that a product, piece of equipment, or system will perform its intended function for a stated period of time under specified operating conditions.

Question 18

Four factors associated with Reliability

Answer 18

Numerical Value
Intended Function
Life
Environmental Conditions

Question 19

Achieving Reliability

Answer 19

Emphasis 
System Reliability 
Design 
Production 
Transportation 
Maintenance

Question 20

Robust Design

Answer 20

A process that is resistant to operator errors and inconsistencies.

Question 21

Failure Modes And Effects Analysis

Answer 21

A tool to identify and evaluate possible product or process failures and the risks associated with them.

Question 22

Deliverables of the Analyze Phase

Answer 22

Verified Root Cause

Estimate of Financial Benefit

Question 23

Improve Deliverables

Answer 23

Generate And Test Possible Solutions
Select The Best Solution(s) To Address Vital Xs
Cost/Benefit Analysis

Question 24

SWOT

Answer 24

Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats

Question 25

Pilot Planning

Answer 25

A test of all or part of a proposed solution on a small scale in order to better understand its effects and to learn about how to make the full scale implementation more effective.

Question 26

Benefits Of Piloting

Answer 26

Improved Solution that meets customer CTQs
Refined implementation plans
Lower risk of failure by identifying and fixing problems
Increased opportunity for feedback and buy-in

Question 27

Deliverables of Control Phase

Answer 27

Process Control Plan Developed
Fully Implemented Solution
Results Of Project Communicated Across The Company

Question 28

What’s in a Process Control Plan

Answer 28

Process Management Chart
Process Documentation
Selecting Control Charts

Question 29

Process Control

Answer 29

A System Of Activities Whose Purpose Is To Maintain Process Performance At A Level That Satisfies Customers’ Needs And Drives The Ongoing Improvement of Process Performance

Question 30

Key 3 Factors of Process Management Charts

Answer 30

Documentation
Monitoring
Response Plan

Question 31

Levels Of Process Documentation

Answer 31

Process Management Chart
Process map/flowcharts
Procedures
Checklist

Question 32

Procedure

Answer 32

The documented sequence of steps and other instructions necessary to carry out an activity

Question 33

Plan and Implement Solution

Answer 33

Stakeholder Analysis

Implementation Plan Elements

Question 34

Implementation Plan

Answer 34

Money - Funds

People -Implementation Team Key Stakeholders

Time

Question 35

Close Project

Answer 35

Documentation Package
Communication Of Learnings
Team Closure

Question 36

Describe the goals of lean manufacturing.

Answer 36

Mindset to eliminate waste. Seeking to improve value-added process flow.

Question 37

How does Six Sigma work together with lean manufacturing concepts?

Answer 37

6sig-Concentrates on reducing the variation present within a process. Lean-Improves performance by reducing all forms of waste. Both strive to improve the value-added process flow.

Question 38

Describe the Kaizen concept.

Answer 38

An ongoing process that ensures quality. This methodology combines steps, simplifies processes, and eliminates waste. Standardize processes while eliminating waste.

Question 39

What is value stream process mapping?

Answer 39

Done with pencil, paper & stopwatch. Done to understand the flow of information and material. Once drawn remove waste.

Question 40

Kanban Cards

Answer 40

A label or card that communicates what is needed. A label for the items, an order for new items, and a record of the items used.