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Question #: 369
Topic #: 1
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Which of the following continuous improvement tools would be most appropriate to sequence a series of improvement ideas based on an agreed-upon weighted criteria?

  • A. Affinity diagram
  • B. Matrix diagram
  • C. Prioritization matrix
  • D. Cause-and-effect diagram
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Suggested Answer: A 🗳️
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PMP1
Highly Voted 3 years, 1 month ago
why not C?
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Nowaz
2 years, 9 months ago
A prioritization matrix isn't one of the "Continuous Improvement Tools" discussed in the materials. An affinity diagram will allow a group to brainstorm ideas and then give a weighting of importance.
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igrd
Most Recent 1 year, 7 months ago
Selected Answer: C
Option A, the Affinity Diagram, is not the most appropriate tool for sequencing improvement ideas based on weighted criteria because its primary purpose is to organize and categorize a large number of ideas, issues, or problems into natural groupings or themes. While it can help in identifying relationships among various ideas, it does not provide a systematic way to prioritize or sequence them based on specific, agreed-upon criteria. In contrast, the Prioritization Matrix (option C) is designed specifically to prioritize and sequence ideas or projects by comparing them against specific criteria and assigning weights to each criterion. This enables a more structured approach to decision-making, ensuring that the most important improvements are addressed first.
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