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Author: Collier
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Chapter 16, Problem 3CSQD
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Case Summary: U.S. NHTSA tends to independently test approx 2,400 tires to avoid accidents. Poor quality tires can costs millions to the manufacturer due to law suits and liability claims. Thus, G.T. and R. Company started testing its tires for severe road conditions to avoid any such costs.
Interpretation: To provide two examples for prevention, appraisal, internal and external failure costs.
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