What Is the Objective Function for the Following Shortest Path

question 48

Multiple Choice

What is the objective function for the following shortest path problem?

• A)−X₁₂ − X₁₃ = 0
• B)MIN −50 X₁₂ − 200 X₁₃ + 100 X₂₄ + 35 X₃₄
• C)MIN 50 X₁₂ + 200 X₁₃ + 100 X₂₄ + 35 X₃₄
• D)MAX −50 X₁₂ − 200 X₁₃ + 100 X₂₄ + 35 X₃₄

---

Definitions:

Teleconferencing

A method of using electronic media to conduct meetings or discussions among people in different locations, via audio, video, or web-based platforms.

Videopresence

Utilizes video conferencing technology to create a virtual presence for communication or collaboration, irrespective of the geographical location of the participants.

WANs

Wide Area Networks (WANs) are telecommunications networks that extend over large geographical distances, connecting different smaller networks such as local area networks (LANs).

LANs

Local Area Networks (LANs) are networks that connect computers and devices in a limited geographical area such as a home, school, or office building, facilitating communication and resource sharing.