Question 1

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the earliest time a project can finish given the expected activity time.
A) late finish
B) on time start
C) on time finish
D) early start
E) early finish

Accepted Answer

In a PERT network, the earliest time a project can finish given the expected activity time is known as the early finish. The early start is the earliest possible start time for an activity, but the early finish is the earliest possible completion time. Therefore, the correct answer is E, "early finish."

Question 2

A/An ____ visually displays the tasks and times associated with a project and consists of a horizontal bar chart with activities listed vertically and times or dates displayed horizontally.
A) PERT tool
B) Gantt chart
C) CPM tool
D) TCO chart
E) networking tool

Accepted Answer

A Gantt chart visually displays the tasks and times associated with a project and consists of a horizontal bar chart with activities listed vertically and times or dates displayed horizontally. PERT tool and CPM tool are also project management tools but are not specifically related to Gantt charts. TCO chart and networking tool are not project management tools at all.

Question 3

In a PERT network,which of the following is not one of the times shown?
A) Early start.
B) Late start.
C) On time start.
D) Early finish.
E) Late finish.

Accepted Answer

The times shown in a PERT network are typically early start, late start, early finish, and late finish. There is no such thing as an "on time start" in the PERT method.

Question 4

In a PERT network,the difference between the ____ and the ____ is slack.
A) early start....late finish
B) late start....early finish
C) early start....early finish
D) late start....early start
E) None of these choices.

Accepted Answer

Slack is calculated as the difference between the late start and early start of an activity in a PERT network.

Question 5

When a process crosses functional boundaries,there is a risk that no one actually owns or takes responsibility for the entire process.

Accepted Answer

When a process involves multiple functions or departments, it can become unclear who is responsible for the overall success or failure of the process. This can result in a lack of accountability and potential problems with communication and coordination. Therefore, it is important to establish clear ownership and responsibility for cross-functional processes.

Question 6

In a PERT network,the difference between the ____ and the ____ is slack.
A) late finish....early finish
B) late start....late finish
C) early finish....late start
D) early start....early finish
E) None of these choices.

Accepted Answer

Slack in a PERT network is calculated as the difference between the late finish and the early finish of an activity.

Question 7

Which of the following is not one of the six phases of a project?
A) Precompletion.
B) Project definition.
C) Preliminary studies.
D) Performance.
E) Postcompletion.

Accepted Answer

There are typically five phases of a project: project definition, preliminary studies, planning, performance, and postcompletion. There is no phase called "precompletion."

Question 8

Users apply ____ to projects where there is a single known time for each activity with no variance,while ____ applies to projects where time estimates are variable or uncertain.
A) Gantt charts....CPM
B) PERT....CPM
C) Gantt charts....PERT
D) CPM...PERT
E) PERT....TCO

Accepted Answer

CPM (Critical Path Method) is used when there are known times for each activity with no variance. PERT (Program Evaluation and Review Technique) is used when time estimates are uncertain or variable. Gantt charts can be used with both CPM and PERT, but they do not differentiate between known and uncertain times. TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) is not relevant to this question.

Question 9

Most processes do not cross functional boundaries.

Accepted Answer

Many processes require input, output or cooperation from multiple functional areas, making them cross functional.

Question 10

Which of the following is not one of the network rules for PERT/CPM?
A) Networks start and finish at multiple events.
B) Identify each unique activity within a project by a capital letter that corresponds only to that activity.
C) Branch direction indicates the general progression in time from left to right.
D) When a number of activities end at one event, no activity starting at that event may begin before all activities ending at that event are complete.
E) Two or more activities cannot share graphically the same beginning and ending events.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not one...

Question 11

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the latest point in time an activity can begin without delaying the entire project.
A) late start
B) late finish
C) early start
D) early finish
E) on time finish

Accepted Answer

A late start is the latest point in time that an activity can begin without delaying the entire project. Late finish is the latest point in time that an activity can be completed without delaying the project, so it is not the correct answer. Early start and early finish refer to the earliest point in time that an activity can begin or be completed, respectively. "On time finish" is not a concept in PERT network analysis.

Question 12

All of the following are points that should be considered before initiating a project except ____.
A) make sure the objectives and outcomes are championed by senior executive management
B) measure subjectively
C) place the program under the leadership of people with skill, credentials, and credibility
D) establish an effective governance process with a cross-functional team
E) break down the project into phased deliverables

Accepted Answer

Measuring subjectively is not a recommended approach for project initiation. Objective and measurable criteria should be established to determine the success of the project. Therefore, all other options are points that should be considered before initiating a project.

Question 13

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the latest time an activity can finish without delaying the entire project.
A) late start
B) late finish
C) on time finish.
D) early start.
E) late start,

Accepted Answer

In a PERT network, the latest time an activity can finish without delaying the entire project is called the "late finish" or "LF". This is because all preceding activities must be completed before the activity with the LF can begin, and any delay in the LF will delay the entire project.

Question 14

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the earliest point in time an activity can begin.
A) late start
B) on time start
C) early finish
D) early start
E) late finish

Accepted Answer

In a PERT network, the earliest point in time an activity can begin is called the early start (ES). This is the earliest time that all predecessors to the activity have been completed and the activity can begin without delaying the project. The other options - late start, on time start, early finish, and late finish - are not related to the earliest point in time an activity can begin in a PERT network.

Question 15

All of the following are characteristics of the postcompletion phase of a project except ____.
A) confirm that the final project meets the expectations of management or customers
B) reassign project personnel to other positions or other projects
C) restore any equipment and facilities used to their original status
D) conduct a postimplementation meeting to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the project
E) identify broad budget, personnel, and resource requirements

Accepted Answer

Identifying broad budget, personnel, and resource requirements is typically done in the planning phase of a project, not the postcompletion phase. The other options listed are all common activities that occur during the postcompletion phase of a project.

Question 16

The ____ (in time)through a PERT network is the ____.
A) longest path....critical path
B) shortest path....critical path
C) longest path....slack path
D) shortest path....slack path
E) None of these choices.

Accepted Answer

The longest path through a PERT network is the critical path, which is the path with the longest duration and determines the overall duration of the project.

Question 17

Many organizations are attempting to develop new products concurrently rather than sequentially,which not only saves time and money but also allows agreement on major issues early in the process.

Accepted Answer

Developing new products concurrently, also known as parallel processing, can indeed save time and money as well as facilitate early agreement on major issues within an organization.

Question 18

Because most processes move across functional boundaries,it is illogical to have those groups involved with mapping and improving the process.

Accepted Answer

It is very logical to involve cross-functional groups in mapping and improving processes as these processes often involve multiple departments or functions working together. By involving all the relevant stakeholders, the organization can identify inefficiencies and make improvements that benefit everyone involved.

Question 19

A/An ____ is a series of tasks that requires the completion of specific objectives within a certain time frame; has defined start and stop dates; consumes resources,particularly time,personnel,and budget; and operates with limited resources.
A) process
B) work order
C) purchase order
D) project
E) team charter

Accepted Answer

A project fits all the criteria described in the statement, including a defined start and stop date, specific objectives, limited resources, and consumption of resources such as time and budget. Processes, work orders, purchase orders, and team charters may involve some of these criteria but not all, which makes them less suitable choices.

Question 20

Organizations should not use process mapping to redesign or reengineer processes.

Accepted Answer

Process mapping is an effective tool for redesigning or reengineering processes. It helps organizations to visualize the current process, identify inefficiencies, and develop solutions to improve the process. By using process mapping, organizations can streamline workflows, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.

Quiz 12: Purchasing and Supply Chain Analysis: Tools and Techniques

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the earliest time a project can finish given the expected activity time.

A/An ____ visually displays the tasks and times associated with a project and consists of a horizontal bar chart with activities listed vertically and times or dates displayed horizontally.

In a PERT network,which of the following is not one of the times shown?

In a PERT network,the difference between the and the is slack.

When a process crosses functional boundaries,there is a risk that no one actually owns or takes responsibility for the entire process.

In a PERT network,the difference between the and the is slack.

Which of the following is not one of the six phases of a project?

Users apply to projects where there is a single known time for each activity with no variance,while applies to projects where time estimates are variable or uncertain.

Most processes do not cross functional boundaries.

Which of the following is not one of the network rules for PERT/CPM?

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the latest point in time an activity can begin without delaying the entire project.

All of the following are points that should be considered before initiating a project except ____.

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the latest time an activity can finish without delaying the entire project.

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the earliest point in time an activity can begin.

All of the following are characteristics of the postcompletion phase of a project except ____.

The (in time) through a PERT network is the .

Many organizations are attempting to develop new products concurrently rather than sequentially,which not only saves time and money but also allows agreement on major issues early in the process.

Because most processes move across functional boundaries,it is illogical to have those groups involved with mapping and improving the process.

A/An ____ is a series of tasks that requires the completion of specific objectives within a certain time frame; has defined start and stop dates; consumes resources,particularly time,personnel,and budget; and operates with limited resources.

Organizations should not use process mapping to redesign or reengineer processes.

Quiz 12: Purchasing and Supply Chain Analysis: Tools and Techniques

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the earliest time a project can finish given the expected activity time.

A/An ____ visually displays the tasks and times associated with a project and consists of a horizontal bar chart with activities listed vertically and times or dates displayed horizontally.

In a PERT network,which of the following is not one of the times shown?

In a PERT network,the difference between the ____ and the ____ is slack.

When a process crosses functional boundaries,there is a risk that no one actually owns or takes responsibility for the entire process.

In a PERT network,the difference between the ____ and the ____ is slack.

Which of the following is not one of the six phases of a project?

Users apply ____ to projects where there is a single known time for each activity with no variance,while ____ applies to projects where time estimates are variable or uncertain.

Most processes do not cross functional boundaries.

Which of the following is not one of the network rules for PERT/CPM?

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the latest point in time an activity can begin without delaying the entire project.

All of the following are points that should be considered before initiating a project except ____.

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the latest time an activity can finish without delaying the entire project.

In a PERT network,a/an ____ is the earliest point in time an activity can begin.

All of the following are characteristics of the postcompletion phase of a project except ____.

The ____ (in time) through a PERT network is the ____.

Many organizations are attempting to develop new products concurrently rather than sequentially,which not only saves time and money but also allows agreement on major issues early in the process.

Because most processes move across functional boundaries,it is illogical to have those groups involved with mapping and improving the process.

A/An ____ is a series of tasks that requires the completion of specific objectives within a certain time frame; has defined start and stop dates; consumes resources,particularly time,personnel,and budget; and operates with limited resources.

Organizations should not use process mapping to redesign or reengineer processes.

In a PERT network,the difference between the and the is slack.

In a PERT network,the difference between the and the is slack.

Users apply to projects where there is a single known time for each activity with no variance,while applies to projects where time estimates are variable or uncertain.

The (in time) through a PERT network is the .