Gabrielle Kramer, owner of Pet Paradise, is opening a new store in Columbus, Ohio. Her major concern is the hiring of a manager and several associates who are animal lovers. She also has to coordinate the renovation of a building that was previously owned by a chic clothing store.
Kramer has gathered the data shown in Table 2.9.

a. How long is the project expected to take?
b. Suppose that Kramer has a personal goal of completing the project in 14 weeks. What is the probability that it will happen thisquickly?

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TIME (WEEKS) Activity Description Immediate Predecessor(s) m b A Interview for new manager B Renovate bulding C Place ad for associates and interview applicants D Have new manager prospects visit E Purchase equipment for new store and Instal F Check employee applicant references and make final selection G Check references for new manager and make final selection H Hold orientation meetings and do payroll paperwork 6 9 12 6 8 16 13 11 E, F, G