Following are the three time estimates for a task in a project: optimistic completion time = 2 weeks
Most likely completion time = 4 weeks
Pessimistic completion time = 7 weeks
Compute the expected time for the task.
A)3.5 weeks
B)4.167 weeks
C)5.23 weeks
D)5.75 weeks

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The expected time for a task in project management, using the PERT (Program Evaluation and Review Technique) formula, is calculated as: (Optimistic + 4*Most Likely + Pessimistic) / 6. Plugging in the given values: (2 + 4*4 + 7) / 6 = (2 + 16 + 7) / 6 = 25 / 6 = 4.167 weeks.

Following Are the Three Time Estimates for a Task in a Project