PDCA Cycle Quiz

What is another name for the PDCA cycle?

• 5S

• PDSA

• DMAIC

• Six Sigma

What is the main objective of the 'Plan' phase in PDCA?

• Conduct tests

• Examine results

• Implement changes

• Define problems

What does the 'D' in PDCA stand for?

• Define

• Develop

• Determine

• Document

Which part of the PDCA cycle involves conducting a test on a small scale?

• Plan

• Do

• Act

• Check

What is the purpose of the 'Check' phase in PDCA?

• Define problems

• Examine results

• Conduct tests

• Implement changes

Why is the 'Do' phase in PDCA conducted on a small scale?

• To minimize risks

• To save time

• To avoid costs

• To impress stakeholders

What is the key outcome of the 'Check' phase in the PDCA cycle?

• Implement changes

• Conduct tests

• Examine results

• Define problems

In which country is the PDCA model considered a basic model for conducting kaizens?

• China

• India

• Japan

• USA

What is the main focus of using PDCA in Lean methodology?

• Yearly audits

• Large-scale improvements

• Monthly reviews

• Daily improvements

What is the primary goal of implementing the 'Act' phase in PDCA?

• Implement changes

• Examine results

• Define problems

• Conduct tests