Blank quiz 23

What is a defect in quality management?

• A defect is an improvement in product design.

• A defect is a failure to meet quality standards or specifications.

• A defect is a type of quality control tool.

• A defect is a measure of customer satisfaction.

Why is it important to prevent defects?

• Preventing defects is unnecessary for product development.

• It is important to prevent defects to ensure quality, reduce costs, enhance customer satisfaction, and maintain brand reputation.

• Defects can enhance the uniqueness of a product.

• Quality is not a priority in manufacturing processes.

Name one strategy to prevent defects.

• Implement a robust quality assurance process.

• Use cheaper materials to cut costs.

• Rely solely on customer feedback for improvements.

• Increase production speed without quality checks.

How can teamwork help in defect prevention?

• Teamwork only slows down individual productivity.

• Teamwork is irrelevant to defect prevention processes.

• Teamwork helps in defect prevention by promoting collaboration, sharing diverse perspectives, and facilitating early identification of potential issues.

• Teamwork leads to more conflicts and misunderstandings.

What role does training play in preventing defects?

• Training is primarily for compliance purposes.

• Training is only necessary for new employees.

• Training plays a crucial role in preventing defects by enhancing employee skills and knowledge.

• Training has no impact on defect rates.

Can you give an example of a defect prevention strategy?

• Increasing the number of features in the software.

• Conducting regular code reviews.

• Implementing a new programming language.

• Reducing the testing phase duration.

How does feedback help in improving quality?

• Feedback is primarily used for employee evaluations.

• Feedback has no impact on quality improvement.

• Feedback helps identify areas for improvement, leading to enhanced quality through continuous adjustments and refinements.

• Feedback is only useful for positive reinforcement.

What is the difference between a defect and a mistake?

• A defect is a minor issue; a mistake is a major problem.

• A defect is an error in a product; a mistake is an incorrect action by a person.

• A defect refers to a person's misunderstanding; a mistake is a flaw in the design.

• A defect is a mistake made by a person; a mistake is an error in a product.

Why should we check our work to prevent defects?

• To make the work look more impressive.

• To ensure quality and prevent larger issues.

• To avoid any form of documentation.

• To increase the workload for the team.

How can technology assist in defect prevention?

• Using outdated software tools can enhance defect prevention.

• Automated testing and real-time monitoring help identify and prevent defects early in the development process.

• Defect prevention is not related to technology.

• Manual code reviews are sufficient for defect prevention.