PK0-003 · Question #315
Reviewing the results of a control chart, the project manager finds the production samples had results inside both the upper control limit and the lower control limit. Which of the following is the…
The correct answer is D. The project manager should continue following the existing process, including the measuring of. This question assesses understanding of control charts and the appropriate action when a process is within statistical control limits.
Question
Reviewing the results of a control chart, the project manager finds the production samples had results inside both the upper control limit and the lower control limit. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for the project manager based on this information?
Options
- AThe project manager should identify potential new production teams to obtain different results.
- BThe project manager should create a report to outline the results for client review and request a
- CThe project manager should stop production until the processes are reviewed in full for
- DThe project manager should continue following the existing process, including the measuring of
How the community answered
(37 responses)- A22% (8)
- B8% (3)
- C11% (4)
- D59% (22)
Why each option
This question assesses understanding of control charts and the appropriate action when a process is within statistical control limits.
Identifying new production teams implies the current team is performing poorly, which is not supported by results within control limits.
While reporting is part of project management, creating a report for client review and requesting a change is not the best immediate action when results are within control limits; it suggests an issue or a need for change, which isn't present.
Stopping production is an extreme measure reserved for situations where the process is out of control or producing defects, not when results are within acceptable limits.
When all production samples fall within the upper and lower control limits on a control chart, it indicates that the process is stable and operating within acceptable statistical control. In such a scenario, no corrective action is immediately needed, and the best course of action is to continue monitoring the process.
Concept tested: Control charts and statistical process control
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