The constraint 3x1 + 6x2 48 is converted to an equality by
A)adding a slack variable.
B)subtracting a surplus variable.
C)adding both a slack variable and a surplus variable.
D)subtracting both a slack variable and a surplus variable.

Question

The constraint 3x1 + 6x2 > 48 is converted to an equality by
A)adding a slack variable.
B)subtracting a surplus variable.
C)adding both a slack variable and a surplus variable.
D)subtracting both a slack variable and a surplus variable.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To convert a 'greater than' inequality to an equality, a surplus variable is subtracted.

The Constraint 3x1 + 6x2 > 48 Is Converted to an Equality