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Poka-yoke is a Japanese term meaning:

1. Continuous improvement
2. Mistake-proofing
3. Visual card system
4. Waste

Answer

B. Mistake-proofing

Solution

Devices or methods that prevent or detect errors, e.g., connectors that fit only one way.

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