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A project has an expected duration of 60 days with a standard deviation of 3 days. What deadline gives a 95% probability of completion? (z = 1.645)
- 64.94 days
- 65.88 days
- 61.65 days
- 55.06 days
Answer
A. 64.94 days
Solution
T = Te + z = 60 + 1.645(3) = 64.94 days.
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