CQA

CQA practice questions, page 4 of 4, with answer review and explanations.

Question 16

An auditor is performing an audit of a drilling machine that produces 100 pieces a day and that is showing improved quality. Which of the following rules should be used for determining the proper sample size for a fixed level of confidence?

  1. The moving average should be calculated.
  2. The sample size should be decreased as the quality improves.
  3. The AQL of the raw material should be used.
  4. A 10% sample size should be used, regardless of the change in quality.

Question 17

An audit report should contain which of the following?

  1. Audit findings
  2. Root cause analysis
  3. Corrective action
  4. Re-audit schedule

Question 18

The objective evidence supporting an audit observation must be

  1. recorded on the working papers
  2. verified by the escort
  3. mentioned to the auditee
  4. written as a nonconformance

Question 19

Generally, which of the following is the most meaningful way to trace a finished product?

  1. Forward from starting with the acquisition of raw materials
  2. Forward from the first production activity
  3. Backward from the start of the assembly process
  4. Backward from the end point

Question 20

When a proposed corrective action plan is judged unacceptable, an auditor should do which of the following?

  1. Revise the submitted plan on the basis of the auditor’s knowledge and technical expertise.
  2. Notify the auditee and request that a new plan be submitted by the next level of management.
  3. Discuss the plan’s deficiencies with the auditee and request a revised plan.
  4. Suggest that the auditee benchmark the deficient area and then rewrite the plan.