Which traditional quality management approach involves checking and reviewing work processes, typically by inspectors?

• A. quality control
• B. quality circles
• C. quality assurance
• D. lean production

Answer: (A)

Quality control focuses on checking the quality of outputs, with inspectors examining and testing products to ensure they meet specifications. It’s a traditional, product‑oriented approach that detects defects after or during production and uses standards and sampling to decide if something passes. This fits the idea of inspecting and reviewing work as it’s done. In contrast, quality assurance is about designing processes to prevent defects; quality circles are groups that discuss quality issues; and lean production is a broader system aimed at reducing waste and improving efficiency. Because the scenario emphasizes inspection and verification carried out by inspectors, quality control is the best match.