Given the Nonlinear Programming Model

question 24

Multiple Choice

Given the nonlinear programming model:
Max Z = 5x₁ - 2x₂²
Subject to: x₁ + x₂ = 6
What is the optimal value of the Lagrange multiplier?

• A) λ = 1
• B) λ = 2
• C) λ = 3
• D) λ = 4
• E) λ = 5

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