Consider the following statements.
1. In PERT, it is assumed that the activity times follow the beta distribution.
2. In CPM, two time and cost estimates are made for each activity, which are called the optimistic and pessimistic estimates.
3. Time is the only variable used in PERT.
4. While in PERT the emphasise is on event, in CPM the emphasise is on activity.
A. While 1 and 2 are false, 3 and 4 are true
B. 1, 3 and 4 are true
C. All of the aboveare false
D. All of the above are true
Answer: Option B
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A. Is possible when the variables value is known
B. Reduces the scope of judgement & intuition known with certainty in decision-making
C. Require the use of computer software
D. None of the above
A. Must be deterministic
B. Requires computer aid for its solution
C. Represents data in numerical form
D. All of the above
A physical model is example of.
A. An iconic model
B. An analogue model
C. A verbal model
D. A mathematical model
The qualitative approach to decision analysis relies on.
A. Experience
B. Judgement
C. Intuition
D. All of the above

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