A project manager creating a schedule needs to identify the sequence of dependent tasks that represents the longest path through the project. This specific sequence dictates the shortest possible time in which the project can be completed. What is this sequence called?
The critical path represents the longest sequence of tasks in a project plan that must be completed on time for the project to finish by its due date. It determines the shortest possible project duration because any delays in critical path tasks will directly delay the entire project. Understanding the critical path helps project managers identify essential tasks that impact the project timeline.
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