CSC 225 Theory Questions: PERT Diagram Over A Gantt Chart – Critical Path

200 Level Computer Science exam questions and the detailed answers. Download the answers in document format. Correct, detailed, and straightforward answers.

Questions:

 

(i) List three advantages of a PERT diagram over a Gantt chart for scheduling projects.

(ii) Use Visible Analyst to create a PERT diagram for the activities shown in Figure 1.

(iii) List all paths, calculate, and determine the critical path for the projects. (20 marks)

Activity	Predecessor	Duration
A	Conduct interview	None
B	Administer questionnaire	A
C	Read school of science reports	None
D	Analyse data flow	B, C
E	Introduce prototype	B, C
F	Observe reactions to prototype	E
G	Perform cost/benefit analysis	D
H	Prepare proposal	F, G
I	Present proposal	H

 Figure 1

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