Western Governors University (WGU) MGMT3400 C722 Project Management Practice Exam

What does a negative float indicate in project management?

The project is ahead of schedule The completion date is later than the targeted date The project has sufficient resources to complete the tasks The project is roughly on schedule

Correct Answer:

The completion date is later than the targeted date

Explanation:

A negative float in project management indicates that the completion date of a project is later than the targeted date. Float, or slack, refers to the amount of time that a project task can be delayed without causing a delay to subsequent tasks or the overall project completion date. When the float is negative, it indicates that there is no leeway for delays—essentially, the project is behind schedule and additional time factors may need to be addressed to bring it back on track. This scenario signifies a critical situation where immediate action and reallocation of resources might be necessary to meet deadlines.

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