We can use the matrix least cost method to solve transportation problems.In this method,an initial feasible solution to the transportation problem is obtained by ______.
A)allocating shipments ending with the route that has the lowest unit cost of transportation
B)allocating shipments beginning with the route that has the lowest unit cost of transportation
C)allocating shipments beginning with the route that has the highest unit cost of transportation
D)allocating shipments ending with the route that has the highest unit cost of transportation

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The matrix least cost method starts by allocating shipments beginning with the route that has the lowest unit cost of transportation. This method is also known as the North-West corner method.

We Can Use the Matrix Least Cost Method to Solve