Practical Management Science, Loose-leaf Version
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Author: WINSTON, Wayne L.; Albright, S. Christian
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Chapter 3, Problem 36P
a)
Summary Introduction
To determine: The way to minimize the acquiring cost.
Introduction: In linear programming, unbounded solution would occur when the objective function is infinite. If no solution satisfied the constraints, then it is said to be unfeasible solution.
b)
Summary Introduction
To investigate: The outcome of total cost of increasing its minimal purchase requirements.
Introduction: In linear programming, unbounded solution would occur when the objective function is infinite. If no solution satisfied the constraints, then it is said to be unfeasible solution.
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