A Widely Used Mathematical Programming Technique Designed to Help Managers

question 2

Multiple Choice

A widely used mathematical programming technique designed to help managers and decision making relative to resource allocation is called

• A)linear programming.
• B)computer programming.
• C)constraint programming.
• D)goal programming.

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A combustible black or brownish-black sedimentary rock used primarily as a fuel in the production of electricity and heat, formed from plant remains over millions of years.

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Net Energy Ratio

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