Which Algorithm, Developed by George Dantzig and Utilized by Excel

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which algorithm, developed by George Dantzig and utilized by Excel Solver, is effective at investigating extreme points in an intelligent way to find the optimal solution to even very large linear programs?

• A)The ellipsoidal algorithm
• B)The complex algorithm
• C)The trial-and-error algorithm
• D)The simplex algorithm

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