What does the term 'pessimistic time' refer to in project scheduling?

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27 Jan 2019
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Pessimistic time represents the maximum amount of time an activity might require to complete, accounting for potential delays. It contrasts with average time (typical duration), most probable time (expected duration under normal conditions), minimum time (shortest possible duration), and earliest finish (the earliest completion time).

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