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TOPIC: Calculating Duration on a Network Diagram

Calculating Duration on a Network Diagram 8 years 11 months ago #12280

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Hi!
For the Exam, is Duration calculated as

EF-ES = Duration or
EF-ES +1 = Duration?
I used #1 on a trial test question and got it wrong. I see it both ways in various presentations and learning tools.

Calculating Duration on a Network Diagram 8 years 11 months ago #12281

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Maryann,

It depends on the method used to create the network diagram. Check out Cornelius' response here:

https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/kunena/pmp-exam-discussion/3099-cpm-calculations-start-with-day-0-or-day-1

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Tracy
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