Consider the following statement: "Government funded projects intended to serve as 'prestige projects' such as the 'Big Dig', should not be judged on the basis of cost." Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Why or why or not. Project success is defined as adherence to budget, schedule, functionality (performance), and client satisfaction. Under these criteria, cite evidence that suggests the "Big Dig" project was a success and/or failure. What are the lessons to be learned from the "Big Dig" project? Was this a failure of project estimating or project control by the contractors and local government?

About 20 years ago, sturdy light, inc., produced a sturdy, lightweight backpack in a market that was rapidly growing. sturdy light became a leader in this market. eventually, the backpack market reached the maturity stage and slowed down. however, by this time, sturdy light had developed a strong brand name and continued to steadily lead the market. which of the following describes this scenario? a. sturdy light was a star that developed into a cash cow. b. sturdy light was a question mark that developed into a star. c. sturdy light was a dog that developed into a question mark. d. sturdy light was a cash cow that developed into a star.