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The document contains multiple linear programming problems (LPPs), with instructions to solve them using the Simplex method and Revised Simplex method. Let's tackle the first problem:

Problem 1(a):

Objective: Maximize f(x)=5x1+4x2+3x3f(x) = 5x_1 + 4x_2 + 3x_3

Subject to the constraints:

2x_1 + 3x_2 + x_3 &\leq 5 \\ 4x_1 + x_2 + 2x_3 &\leq 11 \\ 3x_1 + 4x_2 + 2x_3 &\leq 8 \\ x_i &\geq 0 \quad \text{for all} \, i. \end{align*}$$ ### Steps to solve via the Simplex method: 1. **Introduce Slack Variables:** Convert inequalities to equalities by introducing slack variables $$s_1, s_2, s_3$$. - The system becomes: $$\begin{align*} 2x_1 + 3x_2 + x_3 + s_1 &= 5 \\ 4x_1 + x_2 + 2x_3 + s_2 &= 11 \\ 3x_1 + 4x_2 + 2x_3 + s_3 &= 8 \\ x_i, s_j &\geq 0. \end{align*}$$ 2. **Set up Initial Tableau:** Construct the initial tableau for the Simplex algorithm. 3. **Iterate:** Use pivot operations to identify the optimal solution by maximizing the objective function. If you would like a detailed walkthrough of this process, including tableau setup and pivot steps, I can guide you through it. Would you like to proceed with this problem, or focus on another? Let me know if you'd like details on any step or a different part of the assignment. --- Here are five related questions: 1. What is the role of slack variables in the Simplex method? 2. How do you choose the entering and leaving variables in the Simplex tableau? 3. How does the Revised Simplex method differ from the Simplex method? 4. How can degeneracy affect the performance of the Simplex method? 5. What are alternative methods to solve Linear Programming Problems? **Tip:** Always check the feasibility of a solution by verifying that all constraints are satisfied with equality at the optimal solution point.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Programming
Simplex Method
Revised Simplex Method
Optimization

Formulas

Objective function: f(x) = 5x1 + 4x2 + 3x3
Constraints: 2x1 + 3x2 + x3 ≤ 5, 4x1 + x2 + 2x3 ≤ 11, 3x1 + 4x2 + 2x3 ≤ 8

Theorems

Simplex Method Theorem
Revised Simplex Method Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12