Math Problem Statement
Consider a linear programming problem with the following constraints and objective function, f(x,y). y≤ – 1 2 x+6 y≤ 1 2 x y≥ 1 4 x f(x,y)=7x–5y Graph the system of constraints. Select a line to change it between
Solution
Let's work through the problem step by step. You’ve provided a linear programming problem with these constraints and objective function:
Constraints:
Objective function:
Steps to graph the system of constraints:
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Plot each of the lines corresponding to the constraints.
These lines will be in the form of linear equations, and we need to graph them on the coordinate plane: -
Shade the appropriate regions based on the inequalities:
- For , shade the region below the line.
- For , shade the region below the line.
- For , shade the region above the line.
The feasible region will be where all the shaded regions overlap.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Programming
Graphing Inequalities
Optimization
Formulas
Slope-intercept form: y = mx + b
Objective function: f(x, y) = ax + by
Theorems
Fundamental Theorem of Linear Programming
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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