The use of PERT has declined sharply in recent years because a large majority of project management software __________.
A)have become obsolete
B)use probabilistic techniques
C)generate CPM networks
D)are characterized by high prices

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PERT (Program Evaluation and Review Technique) and CPM (Critical Path Method) are two project management techniques that are often used interchangeably. While both techniques share similarities, they differ in terms of their approach to estimating project duration and the focus of their analysis. PERT uses a three-point estimation model (optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely) to calculate the expected duration of each activity, while CPM assumes a fixed duration for each activity. With the advent of modern project management software, most tools generate CPM networks, which are simpler to construct, easier to understand, and generally require fewer assumptions to generate. As a result, the use of PERT has declined sharply in recent years, and most professionals and organizations prefer using CPM, or a variant of it, for planning and scheduling projects.

The Use of PERT Has Declined Sharply in Recent Years