Lean six Sigma Exam Sample Questions

1.    DMAIC is an acronym for?
2·   MAIC approach yields a focus on cause and effect with analytical
problem solving tools within a management structure to assure results.   True    False
3.   From the function Y = f(Xi), a cause and effect function,which one is the cause (variable)  and which one is the effect (output)?
4.   a.  VOC is an acronym  for                                       ; VOC is ------driven b.  VOBis an acronym for                                      ;VOB is                             driven c.  VOE is an acronym for                                      ;VOE is                             driven
5.   A process is a repetitive  and systematic series of steps or activities where inputs are modified to
achieve a value-added output.
Why do we need to have a process focus?
6.   In your own words describe "Value Creation" and its growing importance in the industry.
7.   Define why a process map is an important tool? State five reasons.

8.   CTQ is an acronym for and its purpose is?
9.   Provide an example from class where cycle time was used? What did it help achieve?
10. In your own words, define the purpose of a Key Performance Indicator (KPI)?

11.  What does the Pareto Analysis assist you with? Why is it important to use this tool, describe in your own words?
12. What does Lean try to achieve? What does Six Sigma try to achieve? Why is Lean Six Sigma used together?
13. List the 8 Wastes in Lean? Describe each briefly and provide an example where this waste can
exist?
14. What is the purpose of 5S? List each of 5 S' s and provide a brief explanation of each.
15. What is the goal of the Define, Measure,Analyse, Improve, and Control Phase?
16. Describe what each of the following FMEA (Failure Modes Effect Analysis) components denote?