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ASQ Quality Engineer CQE Exam Questions
Question 1
Which of the following tools can be used to communicate performance data in time sequence?
Answer : C
A control chart is used to communicate performance data in a time sequence. It is designed to plot data points chronologically to identify trends, variations, and patterns over time, which is essential for process monitoring and improvement. Reference: 'Introduction to Statistical Quality Control' by Douglas C. Montgomery, which explains the application and interpretation of control charts in quality control.
Question 2
A comprehensive corrective action program is initiated at a large company. Input for CARs are received from customers, internal and external audits, material review reports and other sources. Which two of the following groups would usually administer and control the CAR process?
. Management review team.
. Quality department.
. Corrective Action Board.
. Material Review Board.
Answer : B
Question 3
The following chart is being used to monitor a process. What do points X and Y. and region Z
represent on the chart?
Answer : A
The chart provided is a control chart used to monitor process variation over time.
Control charts have upper control limits (UCL) and lower control limits (LCL) that represent the threshold of acceptable variation.
Points X and Y, which lie outside the control limits, indicate special causes of variation. These are deviations caused by specific, identifiable factors rather than inherent process noise.
Region Z, where data points are consistently below the mean and approaching the LCL, suggests a trend indicating a shift due to special causes.
Reference: According to ISO 9001 and the ASQ, control charts are utilized to detect special causes of variation, which signal that a process is out of control and requires investigation.
Question 4
Which of the following criteria must be considered when a classification of defects system is established?
Answer : D
When establishing a system for the classification of defects, it is crucial to consider the relative seriousness of the defects. This involves evaluating the potential impact of each type of defect on the end-user and the product's performance. The classification typically divides defects into categories such as critical, major, and minor, based on their severity and potential consequences.
'Quality Control Handbook' by J.M. Juran.
ISO 2859-1:1999, 'Sampling procedures for inspection by attributes'
Question 5
When subgroups are selected in a way that minimizes the opportunity for variation within a subgroup and maximizes the opportunity to detect variation between subgroups, this subgrouping is known as
Answer : D
When subgroups are selected in a way that minimizes the opportunity for variation within a subgroup and maximizes the opportunity to detect variation between subgroups, this subgrouping is known as rational subgrouping. Rational subgrouping is a concept used in control charting to ensure that the data within each subgroup is homogeneous, making it easier to detect special causes of variation between subgroups. Reference:
Statistical Quality Control by Douglas C. Montgomery.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer Handbook.
Question 6
Risk control includes making decisions using which of the following pieces of information?
Answer : A
Risk control involves making decisions using information about acceptable levels of risk. This process helps ensure that the risks associated with various activities are managed within tolerable limits, balancing the potential impact with the organization's risk appetite.
'Risk Management: Concepts and Guidance' by Carl L. Pritchard
ISO 31000: Risk Management guidelines
Question 7
Quality planning is an activity that identifies the needs of which of the following stakeholders?
Answer : D
Quality planning focuses on identifying and meeting the needs of the customers. It involves defining quality standards and determining how to achieve them to ensure customer satisfaction.
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