PRACTICAL MGT. SCIENCE (LL)-W/MINDTAP
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Chapter 4, Problem 105P
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To determine: The way to
Linear programming:
It is a mathematical modeling procedure where a linear function is maximized or minimized subject to certain constraints. This method is widely useful in making a quantitative analysis which is essential for making important business decisions.
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