Chapter B, Problem 19P

a)

Summary Introduction

To define: The objective function and constraints for the given information in linear programming.

Introduction:

Linear programming:

It is a linear optimization technique followed to develop the best outcome for the linear programming problem. The outcome might be to maximize profit, minimize cost, or to determine the optimal product mix. The outcome will take the constraints present in achieving the solution into consideration.

Objective function:

It is a linear function representing a cost, profit, or some other quantity. The motive of the objective function is to maximize or minimize a quantity taking the constraints into consideration.

Constraints:

The constraints are the limitation for a situation within which the process must operate. The constraints are the limits within which the available resources can be utilized so as to maximize or minimize a quantity.

b)

Summary Introduction

To determine: The optimal solution using linear programming.