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Transcribed Image Text:(c) Develop the activity schedule for the project.
Activity
A
B
C
D
E
TI
F
G
H
0
Earliest
Start
M
Latest
Start
Earliest
Finish
11
Latest
Finish
weeks, which is less
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(d) Does it appear reasonable that construction of the athletic complex could begin one year after the decision to begin the project with the site survey and initial design plans? What is the expected completion
time for the project?
The expected completion time is
than 1 year.
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Transcribed Image Text:Colonial State College is considering building a new multipurpose athletic complex on campus. The complex would provide a new gymnasium for intercollegiate basketball games, expanded office space,
classrooms, and intramural facilities. The following activities would have to be undertaken before construction can begin.
Activity
A
B
9
с
D
E
F
G
H
Description
Survey building site
Develop initial design
Obtain board approval
Select architect
9
Establish budget
Finalize design
Obtain financing
Hire contractor
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Predecessor
A, B
с
с
D, E
E
F, G
Time
(weeks)
5
9
12
2
LO
5
15
(a) Draw a project network. (Submit a file with a maximum size of 1 MB.)
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(b) Identify the critical path. (Enter your answers as a comma-separated list.)
B. C.E.F.H
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