Project planning tools: appropriate use of a bar chart (Gantt) Match the bar chart's capability and limitations to project size and complexity. Select the type of work where a bar chart is most suitable.
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial Engineering and Production Management
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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ALarge project
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BMajor work with many interdependencies
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CMinor work (simple, few interdependencies)
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DAll of these
Answer
Correct Answer: Minor work (simple, few interdependencies)
Explanation
ConceptBar charts are straightforward and effective for simple/small projects but do not model complex precedence as well as CPM/PERT.
Why this choiceMinor work usually has limited activities and dependencies, matching the strengths of bar charts.
Final AnswerMinor work (simple, few interdependencies)