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Activity Immediate Predecessor Time
A - 4
B - 3
C A 2
D B 7
E C,D 4
F B 5

13. Using the data in the table, what is the minimum possible time required for completing the project?
15. What is the latest possible time that C may be started without delaying the completion of the project?

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This posting helps with problems regarding optimal work flow. The solution determines the maximum time and the time C must begin at. Step by step explanations are given.

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13. Using the data in the table, what is the minimum possible time required for completing the project?

Answer: B

From the table, we can design the optimal work flow as follows.
A and B are ...

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