3.3.4 Critical Path Analysis

What is the primary purpose of project scheduling techniques in project management?

• To allocate resources efficiently

• To determine the project budget

• To identify the sequence of activities

• To assess project risks

Which of the following is a common method used for project scheduling?

• SWOT Analysis

• Critical Path Analysis

• PEST Analysis

• Fishbone Diagram

In Critical Path Analysis, what is meant by 'critical activities'?

• Activities that can be delayed without affecting the project timeline

• Activities that must be completed before the project can start

• Activities that directly impact the project completion date

• Activities that require the most resources

How is float time calculated in project management?

• By subtracting the earliest start time and the duration from the latest start time

• By adding the duration of all activities

• By dividing the total project time by the number of activities

• By multiplying the duration of critical activities

What is the impact of a delay in a critical activity on the project timeline?

• It shortens the project duration

• It has no impact on the project timeline

• It extends the project completion date

• It reduces the project budget

Which tool is often used to visually represent the critical path in a project?

• Bar Chart

• Network Diagram

• Pie Chart

• Histogram

What does a zero float time indicate about an activity?

• The activity is non-critical

• The activity can be delayed

• The activity is on the critical path

• The activity has been completed

What is the effect of increasing the float time of a non-critical activity?

• It reduces the project cost

• It increases the project risk

• It has no effect on the project completion date

• It shortens the critical path

Which of the following is a potential consequence of not identifying critical activities correctly?

• Increased project quality

• Reduced project scope

• Project delays

• Enhanced team communication

What is the primary goal of Critical Path Analysis?

• To minimise project costs

• To identify the longest sequence of dependent activities

• To allocate resources effectively

• To improve team collaboration