A Project Is Represented by the Activity Durations (In Days,estimated

question 8

Multiple Choice

A project is represented by the activity durations (in days,estimated at 90% likelihood of completion) and precedence requirements shown in the table.How many project buffers are needed if this project is managed using critical chain methodology? $$\begin{array} { | l | l | l | l | l | l | } \hline \text { Activity } & \text { Predecessor } & \text { Length } & \text { Activity } & \text { Predecessor } & \text { Length } \\\hline \text { A } & - & 18 & \text { E } & \text { C, D } & 13 \\\hline \text { B } & - & 16 & \text { F } & \text { C } & 9 \\\hline \text { C } & \text { A } & 22 & \text { G } & \text { E, F } & 15 \\\hline \text { D } & \text { B } & 14 & & & \\\hline\end{array}$$

• A) 0
• B) 1
• C) 2
• D) 3

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Definitions:

Direct Method

A cash flow statement presentation that lists specific operating cash receipts and payments, straightforwardly showing sources and uses of cash.

Cash Payments

Financial transactions involving the transfer of cash from one party to another, typically as a form of payment for goods, services, or expenses.

Noncash Investing

Investment activities that affect the long-term assets of a company but do not result in cash outlays in the immediate term.

Financing Activities

Transactions that involve raising funds to finance the company's operations and expansions, such as issuing stocks or bonds.