CQA Online Practice Questions and Answers

Which of the following statistics would best describe the central tendency of a sample of data?

A. Mode

B. Mean

C. Standard deviation

D. Range

During the opening meeting, it is the auditee's responsibility to:

A. prepare the meeting agenda

B. set the audit schedule

C. state the audit purpose and scope

D. identify safety requirements

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?

A. The moving average should be calculated.

B. The sample size should be decreased as the quality improves.

C. The AQL of the raw material should be used.

D. A 10% sample size should be used, regardless of the change in quality.

A root cause analysis can best be described as a process that is used to:

A. evaluate corrective action plans

B. determine the basic reason for an undesirable condition

C. identify the symptoms of an undesirable condition

D. differentiate between major and minor problems

What action should an auditor take if an auditee responds to a procedural noncompliance by stating that the procedure conflicts with a written company policy?

A. Close out the corrective action request.

B. Notify the auditee to comply with the procedure.

C. Void the noncompliance.

D. Request that the auditee resolve the conflict.

Which of the following behaviors is LEAST important for an auditor to exhibit?

A. Remaining calm throughout the audit

B. Displaying honesty and forthrightness

C. Adhering to the original audit plan

D. Working in a planned and systematic manner

Which of the following is the most useful graphical tool for promoting an understanding of process capability?

A. A flowchart

B. A histogram

C. An affinity diagram

D. An Ishikawa diagram

Which of the following methods can an audit program manager use to establish consistency among auditors?

A. Develop performance appraisals for all auditors

B. Assign auditors to permanent audit teams

C. Require auditors to read audit journals and references

D. Require auditors to develop their own procedures manual

Which of the following is most likely to request an audit?

A. An auditee

B. A client

C. A company's audit department

D. A company's supplier audit group

When should audit checklists be prepared?

A. At the time the audit is requested

B. When the lead auditor is appointed

C. During the opening meeting

D. Before the field work is begun