In a linear programming problem involving maximization, at least one constraint must be of the __________ type.
A) greater than or equal
B) integer
C) binary
D) less than or equal
E) surplus

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In a linear programming problem involving maximization, the objective function is always to maximize. Hence, at least one of the constraints must restrict the value of the decision variable(s) such that it does not exceed a certain upper limit or is less than or equal to a certain lower limit. Therefore, the correct answer is choice D, less than or equal.

In a Linear Programming Problem Involving Maximization, at Least One