Any Integer Variable in an ILP That Assumes a Fractional

question 77

Multiple Choice

Any integer variable in an ILP that assumes a fractional value in the optimal solution to the relaxed LP problem can be designated

• A) a diverging variable.
• B) a branching variable.
• C) a bifurcating variable.
• D) a splitting variable.

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Definitions:

Excess Demand

A situation in a market where the quantity demanded of a good or service surpasses the quantity supplied at the current price, leading to upward pressure on prices.

Market Equilibrium

The state in which market supply equals market demand, and prices have no tendency to change, assuming all other factors remain constant.

Excess Supply

A situation in which the quantity of a good or service provided exceeds the quantity demanded at a given price.

Market Equilibrium

A state where the supply of a product matches its demand, resulting in stable prices.