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special cause

Definition

Quality control term for that cause of variation which is not an inherent part of a process, but arises out of intermittent, unpredictable, and unstable factors. These extraordinary causes are indicated by data points that fall outside of the limits of a control chart. Also called assignable cause. See also common cause.

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