Which formula correctly calculates the expected duration (E) using PERT three-point estimation?

E = (Optimistic + 2 × Most Likely + Pessimistic) / 4

E = (Optimistic + Most Likely + Pessimistic) / 3

E = (Optimistic + 4 × Most Likely + Pessimistic) / 6

E = (Pessimistic - Optimistic) / 6

What is the goal of resource-constrained scheduling?

To eliminate all schedule risks

To shorten the project duration as much as possible

To produce a schedule that is feasible given resource limitations

To minimize the number of resources used

A project manager is reviewing a network diagram for a construction project. The forward pass shows Activity D has an early start of day 10 and an early finish of day 18. The backward pass shows Activity D has a late start of day 14 and a late finish of day 22. The project manager needs to identify which activities require the most management attention. What should the project manager conclude about Activity D?

Activity D has 4 days of total float and is not on the critical path.

Activity D has negative float and the schedule is behind plan.

Activity D is on the critical path because its duration is 8 days.

Activity D is a near-critical activity with 8 days of total float.

In PERT analysis, what does the standard deviation of an activity's duration represent?

The average duration of the activity

The measure of uncertainty or variability in the duration estimate

The most likely duration of the activity

The range of possible durations

Which documents should be reviewed to ensure schedule alignment with the program plan?

Team charter and communication plan

Enterprise objectives and contract documentation

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A project manager is reviewing a network diagram for a construction project. The forward pass shows Activity D has an early start of day 10 and an early finish of day 18. The backward pass shows Activity D has a late start of day 14 and a late finish of day 22. The project manager needs to identify which activities require the most management attention. What should the project manager conclude about Activity D?
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In PERT analysis, what does the standard deviation of an activity's duration represent?
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