Math Problem Statement

For the feasible set, determine x and y so that the objective function 6x + 3y is maximized. The vertices of the feasible set are (0, 0).

Solution

The image shows a linear programming problem where the goal is to maximize the objective function 6x+3y6x + 3y subject to certain constraints. The feasible set is defined graphically by the intersection of the lines y=2x+3y = -2x + 3 and y=x+5y = x + 5. The objective is to find the values of xx and yy that maximize the function within the feasible region.

Steps to solve:

  1. Identify the vertices of the feasible region: The optimal solution for linear programming problems typically occurs at one of the vertices of the feasible region.
  2. Determine the equations of the boundary lines:
    • Line 1: y=2x+3y = -2x + 3
    • Line 2: y=x+5y = x + 5
  3. Find the intersection points of the lines: Solve for xx and yy at the points where the lines intersect the axes and each other.
  4. Plug in the vertices into the objective function 6x+3y6x + 3y to find the maximum value.

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Related questions:

  1. How do you calculate the intersection of two linear equations algebraically?
  2. What is the graphical significance of the vertices in linear programming problems?
  3. How does the objective function change when the slope of the lines is modified?
  4. Can the feasible region ever be unbounded, and what impact does that have on the maximization problem?
  5. How does changing the coefficients in the objective function affect the location of the optimal solution?

Tip: Always start by plotting the feasible region and identifying the vertices before plugging values into the objective function to ensure accuracy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Programming
Graphing Linear Inequalities
Optimization

Formulas

Objective function: 6x + 3y
Line equations: y = -2x + 3, y = x + 5

Theorems

Fundamental Theorem of Linear Programming

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12