Spreadsheet Modeling & Decision Analysis: A Practical Introduction to Business Analytics (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305947412
Author: Cliff Ragsdale
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 3, Problem 21QP
a)
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To formulate: An linear programming model for the problem.
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To develop: A spreadsheet model and solve using solver.
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To identify: The optimal solution.
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To identify: If it is advisable to make assembly workers work overtime.
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