Solve the Linear Programming Problem by the Method of Corners

question 206

Multiple Choice

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

• A) x = 25, y = 5, P = 420
• B) x = 15, y = 17.5, P = 165
• C) x = 0, y = 25, P = 150
• D) x = 0, y = 17.5, P = 130

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