The objective function in a goal programming model calls for minimizing a function of the
A)goal variables.
B)target variables.
C)deviation variables.
D)preemptive variables.

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The objective function in goal programming is intended to minimize the overall deviation between the goal and target values of decision variables. These deviations are known as "deviation variables." Therefore, the correct choice is C.

The Objective Function in a Goal Programming Model Calls for Minimizing