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2. The statement, "Network diagrams illustrate the technical constraints among activities," means the activities are
constrained because
a. each of the activities are independent from the other activities.
b. one activity cannot be started until the predecessors are finished.
c. the activities use different resources to be completed.
d. some activities use the same resources that may not be available.
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. Network diagrams illustrate the technical constraints among activities because
one activity cannot be started until the predecessors are finished.
b. Network diagrams illustrate the technical constraints among activities because
one activity cannot be started until the predecessors are finished.
c. Network diagrams illustrate the technical constraints among activities because
one activity cannot be started until the predecessors are finished.
d. Network diagrams illustrate the technical constraints among activities because
one activity cannot be started until the predecessors are finished.
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4. In addition to showing the technical constraints among activities, how does the network logic also take into account
resource constraints?
a. Activities that use the same resource may not be able to occur in parallel to each other.
b. Activities that use different resources may be shown in a serial relationship.
c. The activities could be shown in a loop relationship.
d. Resources that are unlimited are not shown in a resource assignment.
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. In addition to showing the technical constraints among activities, the network
logic can also take into account resource constraints. Activities that use the same
resource may not be able to occur in parallel to each other.
b. In addition to showing the technical constraints among activities, the network
logic can also take into account resource constraints. Activities that use the same
resource may not be able to occur in parallel to each other.
c. In addition to showing the technical constraints among activities, the network
logic can also take into account resource constraints. Activities that use the same
resource may not be able to occur in parallel to each other.
d. In addition to showing the technical constraints among activities, the network
logic can also take into account resource constraints. Activities that use the same
resource may not be able to occur in parallel to each other.
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DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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account
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5. Select which of the following does not describe how the sequence of activities can be drawn to reflect the availability of
a limited quantity of resources.
a. The activities using the limited resources are shown in a ladder relationship as they are available.
b. The activities using the limited resources are shown in a loop relationship as they are available.
c. The activities requiring the limited resource are assigned at different times.
d. If there is no technical constraint for the activities, the activities could be arranged serially by the availability
of the resources.
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. The sequence of activities can be drawn to reflect the availability of a limited
quantity of resources.
b. The sequence of activities can be drawn to reflect the availability of a limited
quantity of resources.
c. The sequence of activities can be drawn to reflect the availability of a limited
quantity of resources.
d. The sequence of activities can be drawn to reflect the availability of a limited
quantity of resources.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
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HAS VARIABLES: False
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8. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s earliest start time are said to be based
a. on availability times.
b. an as-late-as-possible (ALAP) schedule.
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9. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s latest start time are said to be based
a. on availability times.
b. an as-late-as-possible (ALAP) schedule.
c. on an as-soon-as-possible (ASAP) schedule.
d. on a limited schedule plan.
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s latest start time are said to be
based on an as-late-as-possible (ALAP) schedule.
b. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s latest start time are said to be
based on an as-late-as-possible (ALAP) schedule.
c. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s latest start time are said to be
based on an as-late-as-possible (ALAP) schedule.
d. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s latest start time are said to be
based on an as-late-as-possible (ALAP) schedule.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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10.
Given this project and the requirement that the number of resources working on a task cannot be less than the number
assigned to the task, answer the following question.
What is the least number of resources that can be assigned to the project if all five tasks occur in parallel?
a. 24 workers
b. 1.5 workers per day
c. 7 workers
d. 2 workers
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. Parallel tasks means that all the tasks are assigned at the same time. The total
resources would be the total of all those assigned to the tasks. 2+2+1+1+1=7
workers.
b. Parallel tasks means that all the tasks are assigned at the same time. The total
resources would be the total of all those assigned to the tasks. 2+2+1+1+1=7
workers.
c. Parallel tasks means that all the tasks are assigned at the same time. The total
resources would be the total of all those assigned to the tasks. 2+2+1+1+1=7
workers.
d. Parallel tasks means that all the tasks are assigned at the same time. The total
resources would be the total of all those assigned to the tasks. 2+2+1+1+1=7
workers.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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11.
Given this project and the requirement that the number of resources working on a task cannot be less than the number
assigned to the task, answer the following question.
If the tasks were placed in a serial relationship with Task 1 first and the others in numerical order, on what day would
Task 3 be done?
a. day 18
b. day 3
c. day 10
d. day 9
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. Tasks assigned in serial order are in a list with Task 1 taking days 1 to 5, Task 2
taking days 6 to 8, Task 3 taking days 9 and 10, Task 4 taking days 11 to 14, and
Task 5 taking days 15 and 16.
b. Tasks assigned in serial order are in a list with Task 1 taking days 1 to 5, Task 2
taking days 6 to 8, Task 3 taking days 9 and 10, Task 4 taking days 11 to 14, and
Task 5 taking days 15 and 16.
c. Tasks assigned in serial order are in a list with Task 1 taking days 1 to 5, Task 2
taking days 6 to 8, Task 3 taking days 9 and 10, Task 4 taking days 11 to 14, and
Task 5 taking days 15 and 16.
d. Tasks assigned in serial order are in a list with Task 1 taking days 1 to 5, Task 2
taking days 6 to 8, Task 3 taking days 9 and 10, Task 4 taking days 11 to 14, and
Task 5 taking days 15 and 16.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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14. The start of noncritical activities are delayed beyond their earliest start times (but not beyond their latest start times) in
order to
a. schedule with a technical constraint.
b. schedule with a resource constraint.
c. level the costs of the project.
d. maintain a uniform level of required resources.
ANSWER: d
FEEDBACK: a. The start of noncritical activities are delayed beyond their earliest start times (but
not beyond their latest start times) in order to maintain a uniform level of required
resources.
b. The start of noncritical activities are delayed beyond their earliest start times (but
not beyond their latest start times) in order to maintain a uniform level of required
resources.
c. The start of noncritical activities are delayed beyond their earliest start times (but
not beyond their latest start times) in order to maintain a uniform level of required
resources.
d. The start of noncritical activities are delayed beyond their earliest start times (but
not beyond their latest start times) in order to maintain a uniform level of required
resources.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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15. Activities can be delayed only to the point where all their positive slack is used up, as any further delays would cause
the project to
a. increase costs of all the activities in the project.
b. extend beyond the project completion time.
c. be completed ahead of schedule.
d. increase its requirements for additional resources for all activities.
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. Activities can be delayed only to the point where all their positive slack is used
up, as any further delays would cause the project to extend beyond the project
completion time.
b. Activities can be delayed only to the point where all their positive slack is used
up, as any further delays would cause the project to extend beyond the project
completion time.
c. Activities can be delayed only to the point where all their positive slack is used
up, as any further delays would cause the project to extend beyond the project
completion time.
d. Activities can be delayed only to the point where all their positive slack is used
up, as any further delays would cause the project to extend beyond the project
completion time.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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16. ____ assist with the complexity of generating a resource-leveled schedule and resource requirements graphs and
tables.
a. Project management information systems
b. Formulas and techniques
c. Trial and error techniques
d. Calendaring systems
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. Project management information systems assist with the complexity of generating
a resource-leveled schedule and resource requirements graphs and tables.
b. Project management information systems assist with the complexity of generating
a resource-leveled schedule and resource requirements graphs and tables.
c. Project management information systems assist with the complexity of generating
a resource-leveled schedule and resource requirements graphs and tables.
d. Project management information systems assist with the complexity of generating
a resource-leveled schedule and resource requirements graphs and tables.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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17.
Given this project and the requirement that the number of resources working on a task cannot be less than the number
assigned to the task, answer the following question.
What is the least amount of time that the project can be completed and how many resources are required to complete the
work?
a. 16 days, 7 workers
b. 7 days, 5 workers
c. 5 days, 7 workers
d. 8 days, 3 workers
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. The least amount of time is if all the tasks start on the same day. The longest
duration task would be shortest time the project could be finished. The sum of the
number of workers necessary for all the tasks to be completed in parallel is the
least number of workers required.
b. The least amount of time is if all the tasks start on the same day. The longest
duration task would be shortest time the project could be finished. The sum of the
number of workers necessary for all the tasks to be completed in parallel is the
least number of workers required.
c. The least amount of time is if all the tasks start on the same day. The longest
duration task would be shortest time the project could be finished. The sum of the
number of workers necessary for all the tasks to be completed in parallel is the
least number of workers required.
d. The least amount of time is if all the tasks start on the same day. The longest
duration task would be shortest time the project could be finished. The sum of the
number of workers necessary for all the tasks to be completed in parallel is the
least number of workers required.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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18. Which of following would allow for level resources on the project?
a.
b.
c.
d.
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. The project requires 24 worker-days to complete the project. Three workers
working for eight days totals 24 worker days. This makes the number of resources
level. There are no combinations to have four resources for six says nor for six
resources for four days.
b. The project requires 24 worker-days to complete the project. Three workers
working for eight days totals 24 worker days. This makes the number of resources
level. There are no combinations to have four resources for six says nor for six
resources for four days.
c. The project requires 24 worker-days to complete the project. Three workers
working for eight days totals 24 worker days. This makes the number of resources
level. There are no combinations to have four resources for six says nor for six
resources for four days.
d. The project requires 24 worker-days to complete the project. Three workers
working for eight days totals 24 worker days. This makes the number of resources
level. There are no combinations to have four resources for six says nor for six
resources for four days.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
20. When several activities need the same limited resource at the same time, the activities with
a. the least slack have first priority.
b. the longest duration have first priority.
c. the near term have first priority.
d. use the most resources have first priority.
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. When several activities need the same limited resource at the same time, the
activities with the least slack have first priority.
b. When several activities need the same limited resource at the same time, the
activities with the least slack have first priority.
c. When several activities need the same limited resource at the same time, the
activities with the least slack have first priority.
d. When several activities need the same limited resource at the same time, the
activities with the least slack have first priority.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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21. In resource-limited scheduling, the lower priority activities get delayed. How does the delaying of activities affect the
project?
a. The delaying of activities increases the costs of the project.
b. The delaying of activities decreases the acceptance of the project deliverable.
c. The delaying of activities may delay the project.
d. The delaying of activities helps give others more time on their tasks because they won't affect the project
schedule.
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. In resource-limited scheduling, the lower priority activities get delayed. The
delaying of activities may delay the project.
b. In resource-limited scheduling, the lower priority activities get delayed. The
delaying of activities may delay the project.
c. In resource-limited scheduling, the lower priority activities get delayed. The
delaying of activities may delay the project.
d. In resource-limited scheduling, the lower priority activities get delayed. The
delaying of activities may delay the project.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
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22. This example has level resources of three resources for eight days. If the project is limited to two resources, how
should the project be organized to meet the resource constraint and finish the project as early as possible? The tasks with
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the least slack have the lower number.
23. At a minimum, network diagrams illustrate the ____ constraints among activities.
a. referential
b. technical
c. check
d. entity
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. At a minimum, network diagrams illustrate the technical constraints among
activities.
24. Activities in a network diagram are drawn in a ____ relationship because, from a technical standpoint, they must be
performed in that sequence.
a. parallel
b. vector
c. serial
d. interlocking
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. Activities in a network diagram are drawn in a serial relationship because, from a
technical standpoint, they must be performed in that sequence.
b. Activities in a network diagram are drawn in a serial relationship because, from a
technical standpoint, they must be performed in that sequence.
c. Activities in a network diagram are drawn in a serial relationship because, from a
technical standpoint, they must be performed in that sequence.
d. Activities in a network diagram are drawn in a serial relationship because, from a
technical standpoint, they must be performed in that sequence.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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25. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s latest start time are said to be based on an ____ schedule.
a. as-soon-as-possible
b. as-late-as-possible
c. as-needed
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d. as-flexible-as-possible
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s latest start time are said to be
based on an as-late-as-possible schedule.
b. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s latest start time are said to be
based on an as-late-as-possible schedule.
c. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s latest start time are said to be
based on an as-late-as-possible schedule.
d. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s latest start time are said to be
based on an as-late-as-possible schedule.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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26. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s earliest start time are said to be based on an ____ schedule.
a. as-soon-as-possible
b. as-late-as-possible
c. as-needed
d. as-flexible-as-possible
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s earliest start time are said to
be based on an as-soon-as-possible schedule.
b. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s earliest start time are said to
be based on an as-soon-as-possible schedule.
c. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s earliest start time are said to
be based on an as-soon-as-possible schedule.
d. Resource utilization charts based on each activity’s earliest start time are said to
be based on an as-soon-as-possible schedule.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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27. ___ is a method for developing the shortest schedule when the number or amount of available resources is fixed.
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28. ____ is an iterative method in which resources are allocated to activities based on the least slack.
a. Resource evaluation scheduling
b. Resource monitoring
c. Resource leveling
d. Resource limited scheduling
ANSWER: d
FEEDBACK: a. Resource limited scheduling is an iterative method in which resources are
allocated to activities based on the least slack.
b. Resource limited scheduling is an iterative method in which resources are
allocated to activities based on the least slack.
c. Resource limited scheduling is an iterative method in which resources are
allocated to activities based on the least slack.
d. Resource limited scheduling is an iterative method in which resources are
allocated to activities based on the least slack.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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29. In ____, when several activities need the same limited resource at the same time, the activities with the least slack
have first priority.
a. resource limited scheduling
b. resource monitoring
c. resource leveling
d. resource evaluation scheduling
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. In resource limited scheduling when several activities need the same limited
resource at the same time, the activities with the least slack have first priority.
b. In resource limited scheduling when several activities need the same limited
resource at the same time, the activities with the least slack have first priority.
c. In resource limited scheduling when several activities need the same limited
resource at the same time, the activities with the least slack have first priority.
d. In resource limited scheduling when several activities need the same limited
resource at the same time, the activities with the least slack have first priority.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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33. Resource leveling attempts to establish a schedule in which resource utilization is made as level as possible
a. without extending the project beyond its required completion time.
b. by assigning one resource to work per day.
c. by extending the project beyond its required completion time.
d. by adding additional resources to the project.
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. Resource leveling attempts to establish a schedule in which resource utilization is
made as level as possible without extending the project beyond its required
completion time.
b. Resource leveling attempts to establish a schedule in which resource utilization is
made as level as possible without extending the project beyond its required
completion time.
c. Resource leveling attempts to establish a schedule in which resource utilization is
made as level as possible without extending the project beyond its required
completion time.
d. Resource leveling attempts to establish a schedule in which resource utilization is
made as level as possible without extending the project beyond its required
completion time.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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34. Resource-limited scheduling attempts a schedule in which the number of resources is limited and
a. the schedule may be extended to keep the resource limits.
b. the schedule is shortened because the limit for resources is raised.
c. the shortest schedule is developed by reducing the project scope.
d. priorities are given to the activities to limit the time for each activity.
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. Resource-limited scheduling attempts a schedule in which the number of
resources is limited and the schedule may be extended to keep the resource
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limits.
b. Resource-limited scheduling attempts a schedule in which the number of
resources is limited and the schedule may be extended to keep the resource
limits.
c. Resource-limited scheduling attempts a schedule in which the number of
resources is limited and the schedule may be extended to keep the resource
limits.
d. Resource-limited scheduling attempts a schedule in which the number of
resources is limited and the schedule may be extended to keep the resource
limits.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. When planning a project, it is necessary to estimate the types and quantities of
resources required to perform each activity.
b. When planning a project, it is necessary to estimate the types and quantities of
resources required to perform each activity.
c. When planning a project, it is necessary to estimate the types and quantities of
resources required to perform each activity.
d. When planning a project, it is necessary to estimate the types and quantities of
resources required to perform each activity.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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42. A project requires at least 28 worker-days to complete the project. What is the shortest time estimate for completion if
the project is constrained to two workers per day? Assume no task requires more than one worker and the tasks can be
completed independent of each other.
a. 56 days
b. 28 days
c. 14 days
d. Additional information is needed to determine the project duration.
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. A project requires at least 28 worker-days to complete the project. What is the
shortest time estimate for completion if the project is constrained to two workers
per day? Assume no task requires more than one worker and the tasks can be
completed independent of each other. 14 days.
b. A project requires at least 28 worker-days to complete the project. What is the
shortest time estimate for completion if the project is constrained to two workers
per day? Assume no task requires more than one worker and the tasks can be
completed independent of each other. 14 days.
c. A project requires at least 28 worker-days to complete the project. What is the
shortest time estimate for completion if the project is constrained to two workers
per day? Assume no task requires more than one worker and the tasks can be
completed independent of each other. 14 days.
d. A project requires at least 28 worker-days to complete the project. What is the
shortest time estimate for completion if the project is constrained to two workers
per day? Assume no task requires more than one worker and the tasks can be
completed independent of each other. 14 days.
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DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Challenging
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
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KEYWORDS: Bloom’s: Analysis
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43. Resources are not usually hired on a day-to-day basis to meet fluctuating requirements. This means that
a. the maximum number of project resources should be hired for the project duration.
b. if the workers are employed for the duration of the project and it may be necessary to pay them when idle or
overtime when at peak demand.
c. the actual work performed for each activity should be evaluated to inform the next activity of the number of
workers needed.
d. all projects should plan all tasks for one person to complete the activities to keep the person busy.
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. Resources are not usually hired on a day-to-day basis to meet fluctuating
requirements. This means that the workers are employed for the duration of the
project and it may be necessary to pay them when idle or overtime when at peak
demand.
b. Resources are not usually hired on a day-to-day basis to meet fluctuating
requirements. This means that the workers are employed for the duration of the
project and it may be necessary to pay them when idle or overtime when at peak
demand.
c. Resources are not usually hired on a day-to-day basis to meet fluctuating
requirements. This means that the workers are employed for the duration of the
project and it may be necessary to pay them when idle or overtime when at peak
demand.
d. Resources are not usually hired on a day-to-day basis to meet fluctuating
requirements. This means that the workers are employed for the duration of the
project and it may be necessary to pay them when idle or overtime when at peak
demand.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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KEYWORDS: Bloom’s: Comprehension
DATE CREATED: 2/18/2017 7:24 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/18/2017 7:26 PM
44. If three workers are assigned to a task lasting four days, two workers are assigned a task lasting three days, and one
worker is assigned to a task lasting three days. The tasks can be completed independently of each other. If you are to
schedule with a resource-limit, what is the minimum resource limit for the project?
a. Three workers per day
b. 21 worker-days
c. Seven days
d. Additional information is needed to determine the minimum number.
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. The tasks can be completed independently of each other. If you are to level the
resources, what is the minimum number of days for the project? Seven days
b. The tasks can be completed independently of each other. If you are to level the
resources, what is the minimum number of days for the project? Seven days
c. The tasks can be completed independently of each other. If you are to level the
resources, what is the minimum number of days for the project? Seven days
d. The tasks can be completed independently of each other. If you are to level the
resources, what is the minimum number of days for the project? Seven days
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Challenging
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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45. When performing resource-limited scheduling, those activities with highest priority are
a. those activities using the same resource
b. those activities with the least slack.
c. those activities using a different resource.
d. all activities have the same priority.
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. When performing resource-limited scheduling, those activities with highest priority
are those activities with the least slack.
b. When performing resource-limited scheduling, those activities with highest priority
are those activities with the least slack.
c. When performing resource-limited scheduling, those activities with highest priority
are those activities with the least slack.
d. When performing resource-limited scheduling, those activities with highest priority
are those activities with the least slack.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Moderate
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: SUPM.GIDO.18.06.03 - Explain resource leveling
NATIONAL STANDARDS: United States - BUSPROG: Analytic
KEYWORDS: Bloom’s: Analysis
DATE CREATED: 2/18/2017 7:46 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/18/2017 7:49 PM
46. If three activities are using the same resource, the network diagram must be draw
a. to show the three activities so that none is a predecessor of the others.
b. to show the three activities performed at the same time.
c. to show the activity sequence with technical constraints only
d. to show a serial relationship for the activities.
ANSWER: d
FEEDBACK: a. If three activities are using the same resource, the network diagram must be draw
to show a serial relationship for the activities.
b. If three activities are using the same resource, the network diagram must be draw
to show a serial relationship for the activities.
c. If three activities are using the same resource, the network diagram must be draw
to show a serial relationship for the activities.
d. If three activities are using the same resource, the network diagram must be draw
to show a serial relationship for the activities.
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficulty: Challenging
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47. A project is resource leveled without resource-limited constraints and the project did not extend beyond its required
completion after leveling. Which of the following must have been false?
48. If not enough resources are available for a project, to maintain the same project scope and budget, the project team
should
a. accelerate the activities that have enough resources to free the needed resources.
b. delay some activities until the resource is available.