CAPM Predictive Plan-Based Methodologies Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are considered key schedule management tools for predictive projects?
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Critical path method
Gantt charts, critical path method (CPM), and PERT analysis are classic schedule management tools used in predictive projects. Burndown charts and Kanban boards are typically used in agile methodologies.
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Critical path method
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CPM is used to determine the longest path and schedule flexibility.
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Gantt chart
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Gantt charts visually represent the project schedule and are widely used in predictive projects.
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Burndown chart
Why it's wrong here
Burndown charts are commonly used in agile to track remaining work.
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Kanban board
Why it's wrong here
Kanban boards are an agile tool for visualizing workflow.
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PERT analysis
Why this is correct
PERT uses three-point estimates to analyze activity durations and schedule uncertainty.
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