Chapter 14.2, Problem 11BSC

Control Charts for p. In Exercises 5-12, use the given process data to construct a control chart for p. In each case, use the three out-of-control criteria listed near the beginning of this section and determine whether the process is within statistical control. If it is not, identify which of the three out-of-control criteria apply.

11. Cola Cans In each of several consecutive days of production of cola cans, 50 cans are tested and the numbers of defects each day are listed below. Do the proportions of defects appear to be acceptable? What action should be taken?