ASQ CQA Exam
Quality Auditor Certification (Page 5 )

Updated On: 7-Feb-2026

Which of the following is most important for an auditor to convey at an initial audit interview?

  1. A give-and-take atmosphere that focuses on compromise
  2. A formal approach that is guided by specific roles for each participant
  3. An interest in cooperation and open dialogue
  4. A personal approach to information gathering

Answer(s): C



If the audit escort for one area is repeatedly late or unavailable, what is the best option open to the auditor?

  1. Notify the auditee management of the consequences created by the delays.
  2. Narrow the scope of the audit to accommodate the delays.
  3. Proceed without the escort.
  4. Assess system effectiveness using objective evidence from other areas.

Answer(s): A



Which of the following statistics would best describe the central tendency of a sample of data?

  1. Mode
  2. Mean
  3. Standard deviation
  4. Range

Answer(s): B



During the opening meeting, it is the auditee’s responsibility to

  1. prepare the meeting agenda
  2. set the audit schedule
  3. state the audit purpose and scope
  4. identify safety requirements

Answer(s): D



Auditor independence includes freedom from which of the following?

I). Bias
II). Conflict of interest
III). External influences
IV). Previous exposure to the area

  1. I and II only
  2. II and IV only
  3. I, II, and III only
  4. II, III and IV only

Answer(s): C






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