Linear Programming Models Used to Produce an Aggregate Operations Plan

question 49

Multiple Choice

Linear programming models used to produce an aggregate operations plan are based on a total cost formula as a linear objective function and:

• A)is the most widely used technique for aggregate operations planning.
• B)is primarily used to address capacity options.
• C)is primarily used to address demand options.
• D)establishes an optimal (least cost)solution (if it exists).
• E)will balance both demand and capacity.

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