Formulate the Following as a Linear Program

question 106

Essay

Formulate the following as a linear program.
Frank's art class must provide instructions on painting (P), carving (C), and clay modeling (M). Frank has a limited material budget of $3,000. The costs per student usage for the supplies are $25, $18, and $14, respectively. Frank must provide instruction and practice opportunities for each method. What is the optimum combination of art supplies Frank should procure for the class?

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