In most acceptance sampling plans, when a lot is rejected, the entire lot is inspected and all defective items are replaced. When using this technique the AOQ:
A) worsens (AOQ becomes a larger fraction).
B) improves (AOQ becomes a smaller fraction).
C) is not affected, but the AQL is improved.
D) is not affected.
E) falls to zero.

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When a lot is rejected and inspected fully, only defective items are replaced. This means that the quality of the lot improves because the defective items have been removed. As a result, the AOQ will also improve and become a smaller fraction. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

In Most Acceptance Sampling Plans, When a Lot Is Rejected