A project has three parallel paths. A-B-C has a length of 25 days. A-D-C has a length of 15 days. Finally, A-E-C has a length of 20 days. Which one of the following statements is TRUE?
A) A-D-C is the critical path.
B) A-B-C has the most slack.
C) The expected duration of this project is 25 days.
D) The expected duration of this project is 25 + 15 + 20 = 60 days.

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The critical path is the longest path through the project, determining the shortest time in which the project can be completed. Here, A-B-C is the longest path at 25 days, making it the critical path and the expected duration of the project.

A Project Has Three Parallel Paths