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Mechanical Engineering · Q283

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 283

Q283

Pessimistic time is

A.
The maximum time which an activity might require
Answer
B.
The average time required for a job
C.
The most probable time considering all conditions
D.
The minimum time in which an activity can possibly be accomplished

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Pessimistic time is a concept used in the program evaluation and review technique (PERT). It represents the longest estimated time period within which a task is likely to be completed, and is used in project planning.