ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) — Question 36

An audit will be viewed as a constructive service to the function which is audited when it

Answer options

• A. Is conducted by nontechnical auditors.
• B. Proposes corrective action for each item uncovered.
• C. Furnishes enough detailed facts so the necessary action can be determined.
• D. Is general enough to permit managerial intervention.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because providing detailed facts enables the auditee to take informed actions. Options A and D do not directly contribute to the effectiveness of the audit, while option B, while useful, does not address the necessity of providing detailed information.