Manders Manufacturing Corporation uses the following model to determine an optimal short-term product mix for its two products, metal (M) and scrap metal (S):
Max Z = $30M + $70S
Where: 3M + 2S ≤ 15
2M + 4S ≤ 18
The point where M = 2 and S = 3 would:
A) Minimize total cost.
B) Minimize total variable cost.
C) Lie in a corner of a graphical representation of the model.
D) Be a feasible point.
E) Be the optimal solution point.

Question

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The point where M = 2 and S = 3 would be a feasible point as it satisfies both of the constraints given in the model. However, it is not possible to determine whether this point is the optimal solution point without solving the model or using additional information. Therefore, the correct choice is D.

Manders Manufacturing Corporation Uses the Following Model to Determine an Optimal