L14 M2

Question 1

contingencies are added to individual activities. true/false

Answer 1

false

Question 2

Forward pass = ?

Answer 2

earliest start is based on earliest finish of preceding activity

Question 3

Backward pass = ?

Answer 3

latest finish is based on latest start of following activity

Question 4

zero float = critical activity

true/false

Answer 4

true

Question 5

Which of the following is the most commonly used unit of time in a 'network' consisting of sequentially ordered job activities?
Calendar days
Manhours
Working days
Shifts
Hours
Minutes

Answer 5

working days

Question 6

The most common project delay is due to _____________.

Answer 6

weather

Question 7

A special point in time within a network, which signifies the start or completion of a major portion of the project, is called a _____________________.

Answer 7

milestone

Question 8

The subcontractor selection process should be based on quality prequalification BEFORE price is considered.
true/false

Answer 8

true

Question 9

Critical path job activity means that it must be completed before the future activities can take place, not necessarily a high value job. true/false

Answer 9

TRUE