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Chapter 5, Problem 4DQ
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Interpretation: Difference between goal-post view of confirming specifications and Taguchi’s loss function is to be determined along with whether an individual would buy an automobile where goal-post model is used or where Taguchi model is used.
Concept introduction: The significance of any firm should be to offer a quality product to their consumers. The consumer expects better or value products for which they paid. Fulfilling the expectations of the consumer is sometimes hard but not impossible.
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