SE2 (LEC) Week 3 - 4 Gantt Chart

In project scheduling, what is the main benefit of identifying predecessors accurately?

• It ensures a realistic and achievable timeline for completing the project.

• It improves the communication and collaboration between team members.

• It reduces the cost of materials needed for the project.

• It guarantees the success of the project regardless of unforeseen circumstances.

As the project manager, you want to set Maundy Thursday (March 28) and Good Friday (March 29) as non-working days in the project calendar. What steps should you take?

• Set Maundy Thursday and Good Friday as working days.

• Change the base calendar to a 24-hour schedule.

• Adjust the working times for Maundy Thursday and Good Friday.

• Add Maundy Thursday and Good Friday as exceptions in the project calendar.

How do you set a task dependency in Microsoft Project where Order Products task starts after View Products less 80% before its completion?

• Enter -80% in the Lead column for the Order product task

• Enter 80% in the Lag column for the Order product task.

• Enter 80% in the Lead column for the Order product task.

• Enter -80% in the Lag column for the Order product task

When customizing the timescale in Microsoft Project, what is the primary difference between adjusting the middle tier and the bottom tier?

• The middle tier affects the top tier, while the bottom tier affects the middle tier.

• The middle tier adjusts the interval between major time divisions, while the bottom tier changes the granularity of the timescale.

• The middle tier provides a broader overview, while the bottom tier offers a more detailed view.

• The middle tier shows larger time units, while the bottom tier shows smaller time units.

What is a key benefit of using Gantt charts for project management?

• Improving communication and collaboration.

• Performing risk assessments.

• Managing complex budgets.

• Generating automated reports.

Refer to the following project:

When does Task D finish?

• In 4 days time after the completion of Task C.

• At the same time where Task C completes

• After Task B after 4 days duration.

• After Task D executes 20 days duration.

How do you set the project start date in Microsoft Project?

• Double-click the task and click the Advanced tab. In the Constraint type list, pick As Soon As Possible.

• Click Project > Status > Update Project and select Reschedule uncompleted work to start after.

• Click Project > Project Information and enter the date in the Start date box.

• Click Project > Properties and enter the date in the Start date field.

What does a Gantt chart NOT typically display?

• Project budget

• Task durations

• Task completion percentage

• Task dependencies

What is the correct statement about placing a duration for milestones and tasks in an MS Project Gantt chart?

• Only milestones have durations, signifying the importance of achieving that specific point in the project.

• Both milestones and tasks can have durations, but it's optional and depends on the specific project needs.

• Both milestones and tasks should have durations assigned, reflecting the time needed to complete them.

• Only tasks have durations, representing the time to do the work, while milestones are points in time with no duration.

A task has two predecessors with a Finish-to-Start (FS) dependency. What does this information tell you about the task's scheduling?

• The task can be started before either of the predecessor tasks is finished.

• More information is required to determine the start date of the task.

• The task can only be started after both predecessor tasks are finished.

• The task can be started any time after either of the predecessor tasks is finished.