A Transportation Problem Has 4 Origins and 2 Destinations

question 16

Multiple Choice

A transportation problem has 4 origins and 2 destinations.The optimal solution of this problem will fill no more than ________ cells with quantities to be shipped.

• A)5
• B)6
• C)8
• D)20
• E)All cells will be occupied.

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Definitions:

Deflation

A decrease in the general price level of goods and services in an economy over a period, leading to increased purchasing power of the currency.

Disinflation

A reduction in inflation rate, signifying a deceleration in how quickly the costs for goods and services increase.

Inflation

The progression speed of the general price index for goods and services, diminishing the effective value of money.

Cost-Push Inflation

Rising costs of doing business push up prices.