Consider a Project Activity That Has an Optimistic Time of 3

question 32

Short Answer

Consider a project activity that has an optimistic time of 3 weeks, a most likely time of 10 weeks, and a pessimistic time of 25 weeks. What is the expected time for that activity?

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Definitions:

Modifying Behaviour

The process of using techniques, such as reinforcement or punishment, to alter an individual's actions or reactions.

Non-contingent Reinforcement

A behavior reinforcement strategy where rewards are given at fixed times or intervals, regardless of the behavior exhibited.

Thorndike

Edward Thorndike was an American psychologist who formulated the Law of Effect, which posits that behaviors followed by satisfying outcomes are likely to recur.

Successful Responses

are behaviors or actions that effectively achieve the desired outcome or solve a particular problem in a given context.