In a quality assurance program, what is the primary difference between quality control and quality assurance?
Correct Answer
D) Quality control focuses on inspection, while quality assurance focuses on prevention
Quality control involves inspection and testing to identify defects, while quality assurance focuses on preventing defects through proper processes and procedures.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Quality control involves inspection and testing to identify defects, while quality assurance focuses on preventing defects through proper processes and procedures.
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