Gas Prices Were Included in the Cost Baseline for a Transportation

question 210

Multiple Choice

Gas prices were included in the cost baseline for a transportation and hauling project. Although the estimates used to create the baseline were based on historical data, which of the following should the project manager consider as a root cause for potential issues with cost overruns?

• A) Requirements
• B) Lessons learned
• C) Budget
• D) Environment

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