A Nonzero Reduced Gradient Value Indicates the Approximate Impact

question 79

Multiple Choice

A nonzero reduced gradient value indicates the approximate impact

• A) on the objective function of very small changes in the value of a given variable
• B) on the RHS of a constraint of a unitary change in the objective function value
• C) on the objective function of very large changes in the value of a given variable
• D) on the objective function of unitary change in the RHS of associated constraint

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