A common characteristic among control charts,histograms,Pareto diagrams,and cause-and-effect diagrams is that they are:
A)Easy to design and prepare.
B)Based on the same scale.
C)Visual representations of quality-related problems.
D)Statistically-based.
E)All useful tools for preventing quality problems from occurring.

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All of the listed tools are visual representations of quality-related problems, making this the most accurate and comprehensive answer choice. While some of the tools may have statistical components, such as control charts, the common characteristic among them is their ability to visually display information about the quality of a process or product. Choice A is incorrect, as some of these tools may require significant design and preparation. Choice B is incorrect, as the scales used for each tool may be different. Choice D is incorrect, as not all of these tools are purely statistically-based. Choice E is incorrect, as some of these tools may be more effective for detecting and addressing quality issues that have already occurred, rather than preventing them from occurring in the first place.

A Common Characteristic Among Control Charts,histograms,Pareto Diagrams,and Cause-And-Effect Diagrams Is