In Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling, what is the primary characteristic that defines activities on the critical path?
Correct Answer
C) They have zero total float time
Activities on the critical path have zero total float, meaning any delay in these activities will directly delay the project completion date.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Activities on the critical path have zero total float, meaning any delay in these activities will directly delay the project completion date.
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