What is a Gantt chart?

• A. A chart used to show plan times for task and actual dates of completion of a project.
• B. An organizational chart of staff roles.
• C. A diagram of court case timelines only.
• D. A financial forecast chart.

Answer: (A)

A Gantt chart is a visual timeline that shows when tasks are planned to start and finish and how long each task should take. It places tasks on a horizontal time axis with bars that extend over the duration of each task, so you can easily compare the planned schedule with the actual completion dates as the project progresses. This makes it easy to see dependencies, track progress, and spot delays at a glance. The description that matches this is a chart used to show plan times for tasks and actual dates of completion of a project, because it combines the initial plan with real-world progress to manage the project effectively. In contrast, an organizational chart shows who does what in the team, not the timing of tasks; a diagram of court case timelines is too narrow in scope for general project scheduling; and a financial forecast chart focuses on numbers rather than task timing and progress.