Test your knowledge: Utilizing tools to build a project plan Answers

1. Gantt charts give project teams a visual representation of project tasks. What else do Gantt charts include?

Ans : Due dates, durations, and milestones

A Gantt chart provides a visual breakdown of project requirements and project completion dates.

2.What tool can a project manager use for organizing all aspects of a complex project?

Ans :Work management software

Work management software like Asana and JIRA allow collaboration and communication at the task level. These tools help streamline management of complex projects. 

3.Which project management tool uses cards to track and visualize task progress?

Ans: A Kanban board

Kanban boards are used to manage tasks and workflows. Project managers can create Kanban boards on whiteboards, magnetic boards, poster boards, and computer programs.

4.When creating cards for a Kanban board, which items should go on the front of the card? Select all that apply.

Ans :

1. Description of work
2. Who is assigned to the task
3. Title and unique identifier

This briefly describes the task to be accomplished. The front of the card should also contain a title and unique identifier, an estimation of the effort required to complete the task, and the person assigned to it.

This indicates who is responsible for completing the task; ideally, one person per card. The front of the card should also contain a title and unique identifier, a description of the work, and an estimation of the effort required to complete it.

These enable you to have a quick reference for tasks and ID numbers. The front of the card should also contain a description of the work, an estimation of the effort required to complete it, and who is assigned to the task.