8.1 - Introduction to Linear Programming
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Practice Questions
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What is linear programming?
💡 Hint: Think about it as a mathematical strategy for best outcomes.
List two components of a linear programming model.
💡 Hint: Remember the elements that help in defining the model.
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What does linear programming aim to optimize?
💡 Hint: Think about the dual goals of businesses.
True or False: The Simplex method only works with integer constraints.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the nature of constraints of a linear program.
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A company has a production capacity of 100 units per week and needs to meet a demand of 200 units. Formulate an LP model to determine the optimal number of employees needed to meet this demand while minimizing costs.
💡 Hint: Sketch a graph of constraints and feasible region for visual understanding.
Compare the expected outcomes of not using linear programming in production planning. Discuss potential inefficiencies.
💡 Hint: Consider real-life scenarios where companies faced challenges due to mismanagement.
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