Solve the Linear Programming Problem by the Method of Corners

question 193

Multiple Choice

Solve the linear programming problem by the method of corners. Maximize subject to

• A) x = 3; y = 4; P = 8
• B) x = 3; y = 4; P = 7
• C) x = 3; y = ; P = 7
• D) x = 4; y = 4; P = 7
• E) x = 3; y = 5; P = 7

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