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Analyze the provided data related to a study at a semiconductor manufacturing plant examining the impact of particles on die quality. Based on this information, answer the following questions:

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Introduction

The relationship between the presence of particles on semiconductor dies and the resultant quality of wafers is critical in manufacturing quality control. In the given study, the data provided includes the classification of dies based on the presence of particles (particles or no particles) and the resulting wafer quality (good or bad). This data enables the calculation of probabilities relevant to understanding whether particles influence wafer quality independently, and forms the basis for further statistical inferences about manufacturing processes.

Data Analysis

Assuming the data suggests, for example, that the counts are as follows:

  • Number of dies with no particles and producing good wafers: NGP
  • Number of dies with no particles and producing bad wafers: NBP
  • Number of dies with particles and producing good wafers: NGPc
  • Number of dies with particles and producing bad wafers: NBPc

where the total number of observations N = NGP + NBP + NGPc + NBPc.

Question (a): Probability a randomly-chosen wafer came from a die with particles

Using the data, the probability that a wafer was produced from a die that had particles is:

P(particles) = NGPc + NBPc / N

Question (b): Probability that a wafer is bad given the die had particles

P(bad | particles) = NBPc / (NGPc + NBPc)

Question (c): Independence of events: bad wafer and die with particles

Two events are independent if P(bad & particles) = P(bad) × P(particles). By calculating these probabilities and comparing, we can determine whether the events are independent or not. If P(bad | particles) differs significantly from P(bad), the events are dependent.

Assessment of Data & Implications

Suppose the data indicates that the probability of a bad wafer given particles is higher than the overall probability of a bad wafer; this suggests that particles contribute to defect risk. Conversely, if the probabilities are similar, particles may not significantly influence wafer quality. Such insights are vital for process improvements and quality assurance in semiconductor manufacturing.

Conclusion

Understanding the statistical relationship between particles and wafer quality helps in diagnosis and remediation within manufacturing. The calculation of conditional and joint probabilities, combined with independence tests, provides a comprehensive view of process quality management and potential defect causes.

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