Reading Assignment

Continue reading the textbook: Chapters #3, #4, ...

Homework #3

Problems:

1.  Complete problem #3.5.  For the data of #3.5, calculate the average for each sample. Prepare a dot diagram for the sample means.  Comment on the appearance of the dot diagram relative to the shape of the histogram constructed as part of problem #3.5.

2.  3.9

3.  3.10

4.  3.15.

5.  Construct a normal probability plot for the sample means of Problem 3.17 - interpret the plot.

6.  Construct a normal probability plot for the data of Problem 3.20 - interpret the plot.

Graduate Credit:

Identify a journal article that discusses design methods that seek to improve the quality of designed products. Prepare a two page summary and critique of the article. Submit the article as well as the two page write-up.

Due: September 23, 2005.

 


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