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Linear programming requires that there be limited resources, that the goal be outcome optimization, that there be alternative ways of combining resources to produce a number of output mixes, and that there be a linear relationship between variables. |
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Linear programming are used to solve problems such as in selecting transportation routes to minimize shipping costs, allocating a limited advertising budget among various product brands and making the optimal assignment of people among projects. |
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For complex linear programming problems, managers can use computer software programs designed to specifically help develop optimizing solutions. |