Which of the following is not an assumption of assignment problems?
A)The number of assignees and the number of tasks are the same
B)The objective is to minimize the number of assignments not made
C)Each task is to be performed by exactly one assignee
D)There is a cost associated with each combination of an assignee performing a task,
E)Each assignee is to be assigned exactly one task

Question

Which of the following is not an assumption of assignment problems?
A)The number of assignees and the number of tasks are the same
B)The objective is to minimize the number of assignments not made 
C)Each task is to be performed by exactly one assignee 
D)There is a cost associated with each combination of an assignee performing a task,
E)Each assignee is to be assigned exactly one task

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The objective of assignment problems is not necessarily to minimize the number of assignments not made. The objective can be to minimize cost, maximize profit, or any other objective function.

Which of the Following Is Not an Assumption of Assignment