Which one of the following best describes the critical path of a PERT/CPM network?
A) the sequence of activities between a project's start and finish that takes the longest time to complete
B) the sequence of activities between a project's start and finish that has the maximum amount of activity slack
C) the set of activities that has no precedence relationships
D) the sequence of activities that has the lowest normal activity cost

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The critical path is the longest sequence of activities that must be completed in order to finish a project on time. Activities on the critical path cannot be delayed without delaying the entire project. Therefore, identifying the critical path is essential for effective project management.

Which One of the Following Best Describes the Critical Path