Chapter B, Problem 27P

a)

Summary Introduction

To formulate: The given information as a linear programming problem.

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.

b)

Summary Introduction

To solve: The linear programming problem graphically.

c)

Summary Introduction

To determine: The total cost of a package of the dog biscuits.