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2. A difference between operations and projects is that operations end when their objectives have been
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3. Every project should have a well-defined objective.
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4. Projects should be developed in increments.
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RATIONALE: Feedback: A project is developed using progressive elaboration. Projects are often
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5. Resources in a project should be used effectively because they are limited.
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1. Until the 1980s, project management primarily focused on providing schedule and resource data to top
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management in the military, computer, and construction industries.
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RATIONALE: Feedback: Until the 1980s, project management primarily focused on providing g
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TOPICS: Introduction
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2. A difference between operations and projects is that operations end when their objectives have been
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3. Every project should have a well-defined objective.
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