Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) — Question 319

A project manager is analyzing a few network diagrams in order to determine the minimum duration of a project. Which diagram should the project manager reference?

Answer options

• A. A diagram in which resource optimization has been applied.
• B. A diagram in which the critical path method has been applied.
• C. A diagram in which a predefined series of activities has been organized.
• D. A diagram which shows a combination of resource and time optimization.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as the critical path method is specifically designed to determine the minimum duration of a project by identifying the longest sequence of dependent tasks. Options A, C, and D do not focus primarily on the project duration; instead, they involve resource optimization or the organization of activities without emphasizing the critical path.