Project Management Dependencies Quiz
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What type of dependencies are defined by legally or contractually constrained relationships between activities?

  • External dependencies
  • Discretionary dependencies
  • Internal dependencies
  • Mandatory dependencies (correct)

Which statement is true about the work plan necessary for identifying resource links?

  • Time schedules must always be prioritized in small projects.
  • Resource allocation can be ignored in work plans.
  • Trial and error methods are irrelevant in any size of project.
  • Identifying resource constrained precedence relationships is necessary. (correct)

What best describes discretionary dependencies in project management?

  • They are based on knowledge of best practices. (correct)
  • They are synonymous with mandatory dependencies.
  • They are legally enforced relationships.
  • They only apply to large projects.

Which of the following statements accurately reflects the nature of resource constrained precedence relationships?

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What role does crew availability play in relation to discretionary dependencies?

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In the context of the stated sewer maintenance jobs, what type of dependencies does the crew’s choice of work sequence represent?

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Which of the following correctly describes an aspect of RACPM analysis?

<p>Resource availability constraints can influence the analysis. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors does NOT present a mandatory dependency?

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What does the presence of blank cells in the resource-activity bar chart indicate in critical path analysis?

<p>They denote float specific to resources and activities. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about resource constrained scheduling?

<p>It should only be applied after converting AON to FS=0. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of resource leveling in project management?

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Which of the following is an example of a discretionary dependency in project scheduling?

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Which of the following statements about critical path is incorrect?

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What is the incorrect statement regarding resource leveling?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of total float?

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In precedence relationships, which factor does NOT influence the dependency between activities?

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Which statement about over-allocated resources is correct?

<p>Increasing the duration on critical activities can help level over-allocated resources. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a correct precedence relationship in project management?

<p>A must precede C, E depends on D. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which option is NOT a true statement regarding the CPM method?

<p>Critical activities are those that can have their duration reduced without affecting the project timeline. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a characteristic of AON (Activity on Node) diagrams?

<p>AON diagrams do not indicate the resources needed for each activity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a goal of resource leveling in project management?

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Flashcards

Mandatory dependencies

Relationships between project activities that are legally, contractually, or technologically required.

Discretionary dependencies

Relationships between project activities based on best practices or project needs, but not legally required.

Resource constrained precedence relationships

Relationships between project activities due to resource limitations (e.g., crew availability, materials).

RACPM analysis

Resource-constrained project management analysis, using precedence relationships between activities to consider resource availability.

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Resource availability constraints

Limits on the availability of resources for a project, affecting activity scheduling.

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Activity time schedule

A schedule of project activity durations.

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Prerequisites

Conditions that must be met before an activity can begin.

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Project network and schedule

A visual representation of project activities and their relationships, including resource dependencies, to plan and schedule.

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Technology-constrained precedence relationship

A relationship between activities where one activity cannot start until another activity is completed due to technological requirements or dependencies.

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What is an AON network?

An AON network represents activities and their dependencies in a directed graph, where nodes represent activities and arrows indicate dependencies.

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What are the different types of AON network dependencies?

AON networks can have two types of dependencies: technology-constrained and resource-constrained.

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What is the difference between resource-constrained and technology-constrained dependencies?

Resource-constrained dependencies are driven by limited resources, while technology-constrained dependencies are driven by the project's requirements.

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Resource-Activity Bar Chart

A visual representation of project activities and their resource requirements, showing the time frame and resource allocation for each activity. It highlights specific cells to denote float (flexibility) for critical path activities.

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Resource Constrained Scheduling

A project scheduling technique that optimizes the project schedule by considering resource limitations (availability, costs) and adjusting activity start and finish times to minimize delays.

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Critical Path

The longest sequence of activities in a project network, which determines the project's overall duration. Activities on the critical path have zero float (no flexibility in scheduling) and thus directly impact the project completion time.

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Resource Leveling

A technique to adjust the project schedule to balance resource demand and availability, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently and consistently throughout the project.

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Resource Activity Critical Path Method

A technique for finding the shortest possible project schedule by considering available resources and adjusting activity durations based on resource limitations.

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Precedence Relationship

The logical order between activities in a project network, specifying which activity must be completed before another can start. It defines the sequence and dependencies.

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Total Float

The maximum amount of time an activity can be delayed without delaying the project's completion time. This is available for activities not on the critical path.

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Study Notes

Mandatory Dependencies

  • Mandatory dependencies are relationships between project activities that are legally, contractually, or technologically constrained.
  • They are crucial to project success.

Discretionary Dependencies

  • Discretionary dependencies are not legally or contractually required.
  • They are based on best practices or project-specific needs.
  • They are soft constraints.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisites are activities that must be completed before another activity can start.
  • These prerequisites often involve safety measures, working conditions, or material delivery.
  • They are an essential part of project planning.

Resource Constrained Precedence Relationships

  • Resource constrained precedence relationships exist when specific resources need to be allocated a particular order of execution.
  • Resource constraints mean activities can't happen without the resource required.
  • Identifying and defining resource-constrained precedence relationships is crucial.

Resource Allocation

  • Resource allocation impacts project scheduling and sequencing.
  • Relationships between activities must carefully consider resource availability.
  • Resource-constrained scheduling is often more complex than basic task dependency.

Critical Path Method (CPM)

  • The critical path is the longest sequence of activities in a project.
  • All activities on the critical path must be completed on time to meet the overall project deadline.
  • CPM is a method for project scheduling that focuses on the critical path.

Resource Leveling

  • Resource leveling is a technique used to adjust project schedules to optimize resource usage.
  • It is particularly important when resources are limited or need to be allocated across multiple activities.

Project Schedule Analysis

  • Project schedules need meticulous analysis to effectively account for resource constraints and mandatory dependencies.
  • Critical path and resource constraints significantly affect the project duration.
  • Prioritising resources for critical activities is important for project completion.

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Test your knowledge on the various types of dependencies in project management, including mandatory, discretionary, and resource-constrained relationships. This quiz covers the definitions and importance of prerequisites and how they affect project planning and execution.

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