2.2 - Economic Utilization of Equipment
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Practice Questions
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What is float in project management?
💡 Hint: Think about how long you can push back a deadline.
Name one reason for creating an equipment loading chart.
💡 Hint: Consider why we track resources.
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What does float indicate in project management?
💡 Hint: Think about how delays can impact project schedules.
True or False: A zero float activity can be delayed without affecting the project.
💡 Hint: Consider what critical tasks mean for a project.
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You have a project with activities that have the following float: Activity A (0 float), Activity B (5 float), Activity C (2 float), Activity D (1 float). Explain how you would prioritize resource allocation and why.
💡 Hint: Focus on which activities are most time-sensitive.
Suppose you are managing a project that originally took 20 days but due to equipment shortages, it is now estimated to take 30 days. Assign equipment using a least total float approach. How would you prevent further delays?
💡 Hint: Consider focusing efforts on critical activities.
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