Math Problem Statement

Maximize z = 4x + 3y subject to the constraints: 2x - 3y ≤ 12, x + y ≥ 5, 3x + 4y ≥ 24, x ≥ 0, y ≥ 0. What is the maximum value of z and at what point(s) does the maximum value occur?

Solution

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The objective function to maximize is: z=4x+3yz = 4x + 3y subject to the following constraints:

  1. 2x3y122x - 3y \leq 12
  2. x+y5x + y \geq 5
  3. 3x+4y243x + 4y \geq 24
  4. x0x \geq 0
  5. y0y \geq 0

To solve this problem graphically, you would:

  1. Plot the constraints as lines on a coordinate plane.
  2. Identify the feasible region.
  3. Evaluate the objective function at each vertex of the feasible region to find the maximum value.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Programming
Optimization
Graphical Methods

Formulas

Objective function: z = 4x + 3y
Linear inequalities: 2x - 3y ≤ 12, x + y ≥ 5, 3x + 4y ≥ 24

Theorems

Feasibility Region
Optimal Solution at Vertices

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12