When estimating the probability of completing a project by a given time, we often assume that project duration is distributed according to which statistical distribution?
A) Binomial
B) Normal
C) Exponential
D) Poisson

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The best choice is the normal distribution as it is commonly used in project management and provides a good estimate of project duration when certain assumptions are met, such as a large sample size, independent and identically distributed tasks, and a stable work environment. The other distributions listed are not commonly used to model project duration.

When Estimating the Probability of Completing a Project by a Given