A Project Has Four Activities: A, B, C, and D

question 84

Multiple Choice

A project has four activities: A, B, C, and D. The amount spent on each activity to date is $22K, $14K, $12K, and $28K respectively. The planned percentages complete for the current date are 90%, 80%, 70%, and 20% respectively. The actual percentages complete for the current date are 100%, 90%, 75%, and 10% respectively. The actual cost of the work performed to date is $40K. What is the schedule variance for the project?

• A) Under 1.00K
• B) 1.00K− 1.20K
• C) 1.21K− 1.40K
• D) 1.41K − 1.60K
• E) Over 1.60K

Calculate the present value of a future sum of money given an annual interest rate and timeframe.

Analyze investment options to choose the one with the greatest financial benefit.

Apply the concept of present value to quantify the worth of future payments or receipts in today's dollars.

Understand the relationship between interest rates, time periods, and the future value of investments.

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Definitions:

Indirect Pressure

Influences or suggestions made in a subtle way to sway someone's decision or behavior without direct command.

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Compliance

The act of conforming, submitting, or adapting one's behavior to match with demands, requests, or regulations from others, often used in a legal or regulatory context.

Lowball Procedure

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