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Which method involves defining tasks and milestones, linking tasks in sequence, and assigning time estimates for completion?
Which method involves defining tasks and milestones, linking tasks in sequence, and assigning time estimates for completion?
Which method is a graphical representation of the dependency network for an entire project?
Which method is a graphical representation of the dependency network for an entire project?
What is the weakness of PERT?
What is the weakness of PERT?
Which method uses arrows or lines to graphically demonstrate the relationships between activities?
Which method uses arrows or lines to graphically demonstrate the relationships between activities?
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What is the term used to describe the delay capacity in a project scheduling using CPM?
What is the term used to describe the delay capacity in a project scheduling using CPM?
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Which of the following is a limitation of the milestone chart method of scheduling?
Which of the following is a limitation of the milestone chart method of scheduling?
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What is the main advantage of using a Gantt diagram for scheduling?
What is the main advantage of using a Gantt diagram for scheduling?
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Which method of scheduling is commonly used for bidding and simple projects with a linear implementation?
Which method of scheduling is commonly used for bidding and simple projects with a linear implementation?
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What is the purpose of project schedules?
What is the purpose of project schedules?
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What must a project manager consider when selecting a scheduling method?
What must a project manager consider when selecting a scheduling method?
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Which of the following is referred to as float time in the context of project scheduling?
Which of the following is referred to as float time in the context of project scheduling?
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In the CPM procedure, what is the purpose of determining critical paths?
In the CPM procedure, what is the purpose of determining critical paths?
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How can critical tasks be determined for projects with fewer than 100 tasks?
How can critical tasks be determined for projects with fewer than 100 tasks?
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What is the purpose of developing a network schedule in project management?
What is the purpose of developing a network schedule in project management?
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What does Illustration A-4 in the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects show?
What does Illustration A-4 in the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects show?
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Which task cannot begin until task C2 (preliminary design) is partially completed?
Which task cannot begin until task C2 (preliminary design) is partially completed?
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What is the length of time required for an activity to be completed assuming all prerequisite tasks have been completed?
What is the length of time required for an activity to be completed assuming all prerequisite tasks have been completed?
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Which task is scheduled to extend 60 days beyond completion of all other tasks?
Which task is scheduled to extend 60 days beyond completion of all other tasks?
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What is the purpose of the vertical arrow in the network schedule?
What is the purpose of the vertical arrow in the network schedule?
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What is the additional time required to complete task B in the third example?
What is the additional time required to complete task B in the third example?
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True or false: The methods shown in the examples can be used to develop a network schedule.
True or false: The methods shown in the examples can be used to develop a network schedule.
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True or false: The last step in the CPM procedure is to determine the critical paths.
True or false: The last step in the CPM procedure is to determine the critical paths.
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True or false: The critical tasks are the ones that will affect the project completion date if any delay occurs.
True or false: The critical tasks are the ones that will affect the project completion date if any delay occurs.
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True or false: For projects with fewer than 100 tasks, the critical tasks can be determined by graphic inspection.
True or false: For projects with fewer than 100 tasks, the critical tasks can be determined by graphic inspection.
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True or false: Illustration A-4 in the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects shows the critical tasks for each of the four two-task project examples.
True or false: Illustration A-4 in the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects shows the critical tasks for each of the four two-task project examples.
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