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What is the objective function in a linear programming problem (LPP)?
What is the objective function in a linear programming problem (LPP)?
The objective function describes the primary purpose of the formulation to maximize some return or to minimize some cost.
What does the constraint set in a linear programming problem describe?
What does the constraint set in a linear programming problem describe?
The constraint set describes the restrictions under which optimization is to be accomplished, including machine time, man - hours, materials, funds, etc.
How are resources indicated to be totally consumed in a linear programming problem?
How are resources indicated to be totally consumed in a linear programming problem?
The use of equalities in the constraint set indicates that the resources described are to be totally consumed.
What does the traditional system of simultaneous linear equations represent in a linear programming problem?
What does the traditional system of simultaneous linear equations represent in a linear programming problem?
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What is the purpose of linear programming?
What is the purpose of linear programming?
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