Given the Tasks,estimated Durations,and Crash Costs Shown Below,what Is the Total

question 3

Multiple Choice

Given the tasks,estimated durations,and crash costs shown below,what is the total cost of the steps needed to provide the cheapest way to reduce the project length by three days?

• A)$2,800
• B)$2,500
• C)$1,100
• D)$2,300

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