Module 12 · Lesson 1 of 14
Foundations diagnostic quiz
Learning objectives
- Diagnose personal readiness before formal revision.
- Identify which foundational topics need review.
- Understand that the score is a study guide, not a credential.
How this diagnostic works
Ten questions covering quality thinking, DMAIC, roles, cost of poor quality, ethics and free-tool practice. Answer honestly, then review the tag-level score to plan revision.
This diagnostic is a self-study aid. It does not certify Black Belt status.
After the quiz
- Below 70% — revisit Modules 1, 7 and 8.
- 70–84% — targeted review of any missed topic.
- 85%+ — move on to the Define module quiz.
Garment-factory example
A junior belt scores 60% and discovers weak understanding of COPQ and process ownership; her revision plan schedules Foundations lessons before attempting Module 2.
Method
- Read each scenario twice.
- Pick the next responsible action, not the fastest one.
- Note the topic tag of every missed question.
Common mistakes
- Treating the score as certification.
- Guessing instead of learning.
Knowledge check
Pick one answer per question. Explanations appear after you submit.
1. Quality in a garment factory is best described as:
2. A supervisor sees five consecutive shirts with the same stitch skip. The next responsible action is:
3. Which pair best describes the split between Lean and Six Sigma?
4. The DMAIC phase after Analyze is:
5. COPQ typically includes:
6. Someone asks the Belt to delete records that make DHU look bad. Correct response:
7. A project is 'ready' when:
8. Voice of the Customer means:
9. 'Process thinking' insists that:
10. Choosing free tools for this academy is intended to:
Author: Sanjeewa Dehiwalage · Last reviewed: 2026-07-21