Math Problem Statement
Solve
Solution
To solve this linear programming problem, we aim to maximize under the given constraints.
Problem Statement
Objective function:
Subject to the constraints:
Step-by-Step Solution
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Convert inequalities into boundary lines:
- For :
- For :
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Identify the feasible region:
- The inequalities define a feasible region in the first quadrant () where the lines and intersect or bound the region.
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Find the points of intersection:
- Set to find the intersection of the two lines:
- Substitute into :
- Thus, the point of intersection is .
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Check the vertices of the feasible region:
- The vertices of the feasible region (where the constraints are satisfied) include:
- Intersection with :
- from , so we have .
- Intersection with :
- from , so we have .
- The point where the two lines intersect.
- Intersection with :
- The vertices of the feasible region (where the constraints are satisfied) include:
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Calculate at each vertex:
- At :
- At :
- At :
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Conclusion: The maximum value of is achieved at with .
Final Answer
Would you like more details on any specific part, or do you have further questions?
Additional Questions:
- What would change if we were to minimize instead?
- How would the solution be affected if the inequality was replaced by ?
- Can you visualize the feasible region on a graph to confirm the vertices?
- How does the choice of objective function coefficients (e.g., ) influence the maximum point?
- What happens if we add an additional constraint, like ?
Tip: Graphical visualization of constraints can greatly help in confirming the feasible region and solution in linear programming.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Programming
Optimization
Inequalities
Formulas
Objective function: Z = 2x1 + x2
Theorems
Fundamental Theorem of Linear Programming
Suitable Grade Level
Grade 11-12