Consider the Following Linear Program: the Graphical Solution to the Problem

question 8

Essay

Consider the following linear program: The graphical solution to the problem is shown below.From the graph,we see that the optimal solution occurs at x₁ = 5,x₂ = 3,and z = 46.
a.Calculate the range of optimality for each objective function coefficient.
b.Calculate the dual price for each resource.

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