EBK PRACTICAL MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
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ISBN: 9780100655065
Author: ALBRIGHT
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 4.2, Problem 1P
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To explain: If the current solution satisfies the constraints and change the model and find out the optimal solution if the current solution does not satisfy the constraints.
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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