If the most optimistic time for completing an activity is 1,the most likely time is 2,and the most pessimistic time is 4,then the estimated time for the activity is ______.
A)2.17
B)3.63
C)5.38
D)9.44

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The estimated time for an activity in project management, using the PERT (Program Evaluation and Review Technique) formula, is calculated as (Optimistic + 4*Most Likely + Pessimistic) / 6. Substituting the given values (1 + 4*2 + 4) / 6 = (1 + 8 + 4) / 6 = 13 / 6 = 2.17.

If the Most Optimistic Time for Completing an Activity Is