A Solution to a Transportation Problem That Has Less Than

question 43

Multiple Choice

A solution to a transportation problem that has less than m + n − 1 cells with positive allocations in the transportation tableau is

• A) an optimal solution.
• B) an initial feasible solution.
• C) a minimum-cost solution.
• D) a degenerate solution.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor-Hours

A measure of the total hours worked directly on the production of goods or services by employees.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

The predetermined overhead rate is a rate that is calculated before a period begins, used to allocate estimated overhead costs to cost objects based on a chosen activity base.

Machine-Hours

A measure of the amount of time a machine is operated, typically used in manufacturing to determine production costs or capacity.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate determined prior to the start of a period, designed for assigning anticipated overhead expenses to products or job orders, utilizing a selected activity basis for calculation.