Which statement best describes a project as time-bound?

• A. It has a defined budget and resources
• B. It has a defined scope with a planned result
• C. It has no defined end date
• D. It has a specific beginning and ending date

Answer: (D)

Time-bound means a project has a finite duration with a clear start and finish. This defining feature sets projects apart from ongoing work, which can continue indefinitely. The statement that captures this most directly is the one that identifies a specific beginning and ending date, because it explicitly indicates the project has a finite time window.

Having a defined budget and resources or a defined scope with a planned result are important project characteristics, but they don’t address the time aspect. Conversely, stating there is no defined end date would imply ongoing work, not a project with a limited timeline.