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Chapter 18, Problem 1DQ
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Interpretation: The five examples of the projects not cited in the book.

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A project is a combination of different tasks and events which are connected to each other in a predefined manner.

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The examples of the projects not cited in the book are as follow,

  1. Fixing RFID tags on or products in order to track their movement is factory.
  2. Installation of the new machinery after the removal of the old one.
  3. The creation of the preventive maintenance system for tools and equipments.
  4. Planning and organizing the Annual General meeting with all the shareholders and executive members of a company.
  5. Organizing a blood donation camp is the locality.

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