A project manager is analyzing a few network diagrams in order to determine the minimum duration of a project. Which diagram should the project manager reference?

The correct answer is B. A diagram in which the critical path method has been applied. The Critical Path Method (CPM) identifies the longest sequence of dependent activities in a project - this sequence determines the minimum possible project duration. Any delay on the critical path directly delays the project end date. Resource optimization (A) adjusts resources…

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Question

A project manager is analyzing a few network diagrams in order to determine the minimum duration of a project. Which diagram should the project manager reference?

Options

AA diagram in which resource optimization has been applied.
BA diagram in which the critical path method has been applied.
CA diagram in which a predefined series of activities has been organized.
DA diagram which shows a combination of resource and time optimization.

How the community answered

(29 responses)

A
3% (1)
B
93% (27)
D
3% (1)

Explanation

The Critical Path Method (CPM) identifies the longest sequence of dependent activities in a project - this sequence determines the minimum possible project duration. Any delay on the critical path directly delays the project end date. Resource optimization (A) adjusts resources but doesn't inherently show minimum duration. A predefined series of activities (C) is just sequencing, not duration analysis. A combination of resource and time optimization (D) modifies the schedule but is not the tool specifically used to determine minimum project duration; CPM is.

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#Critical Path Method#Project Duration#Schedule Management#Network Diagrams

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