Critical Path Analysis (CPA)

What is another name for Critical Path Analysis (CPA) as mentioned in the document?

• Critical Job Analysis

• Network Analysis

• Task Sequence Analysis

• Operational Pathway Analysis

What is the primary purpose of using Critical Path Analysis (CPA) in project management?

• To increase the project cost

• To extend the project duration

• To plan activities for timely completion

• To reduce the number of tasks in a project

Which sectors commonly use Critical Path Analysis?

• Education and Healthcare

• Manufacturing and Construction

• Retail and Entertainment

• Information Technology and Telecommunications

What does Critical Path Analysis (CPA) primarily focus on in a project?

• The financial aspects

• The dependency of tasks

• The marketing strategies

• The hiring of staff

What does an arrow represent in a network diagram?

• The direction of the activity

• The length of the activity

• The importance of the activity

• The resources required for the activity

What shape is used to represent a node in a network diagram?

• Triangle

• Square

• Circle

• Rectangle

Which statement is true regarding the nodes in a network diagram?

• Nodes represent only the start of an activity

• Nodes are optional in a network diagram

• Every network must start and end with a node

• Nodes can be represented by any geometric shape

What is the first step a business must take before building a new factory according to the diagram?

• Draw up plans

• Buy the land

• Start construction

• Hire employees

How many weeks does it take to complete Activity A in the process of building a new factory?

• 3 weeks

• 12 weeks

• 5 weeks

• 10 weeks

According to the network diagram, how long does Activity B take to complete?

• 12 weeks

• 3 weeks

• 6 weeks

• 1 week