Math Problem Statement

Solve the LP problem. If no optimal solution exists, indicate whether the feasible region is empty or the objective function is unbounded. (Enter EMPTY if the region is empty. Enter UNBOUNDED if the function is unbounded.) Maximize p = 3x + 2y subject to −5x

  • y ≥ 5 x + 4y ≤ 7 x ≥ 0, y ≥ 0. p =

(x, y)

Solution

To solve this linear programming (LP) problem, let's analyze each constraint and determine the feasible region. Here’s a breakdown:

Problem Setup

Objective Function: Maximize p=3x+2y\text{Maximize } p = 3x + 2y

Subject to:

  1. 5x+y5-5x + y \geq 5
  2. x+4y7x + 4y \leq 7
  3. x0x \geq 0
  4. y0y \geq 0

Let's rewrite and interpret the inequalities for simplicity.

Step 1: Rewrite the Constraints

  1. 5x+y5-5x + y \geq 5 is equivalent to y5x+5y \geq 5x + 5.
  2. x+4y7x + 4y \leq 7 can be rearranged to y7x4y \leq \frac{7 - x}{4}.

Step 2: Graphical Analysis of Constraints

  1. First Constraint: The line y=5x+5y = 5x + 5 has a slope of 5 and an intercept of 5. The region satisfying y5x+5y \geq 5x + 5 is above this line.
  2. Second Constraint: The line y=7x4y = \frac{7 - x}{4} has a slope of -1/4 and an intercept of 74\frac{7}{4}. The region satisfying y7x4y \leq \frac{7 - x}{4} is below this line.
  3. Non-Negativity Constraints: x0x \geq 0 and y0y \geq 0 restrict us to the first quadrant.

Step 3: Determine Feasibility

The line y=5x+5y = 5x + 5 starts at y=5y = 5 when x=0x = 0 and increases steeply. The line y=7x4y = \frac{7 - x}{4} only reaches a maximum yy-value of 74\frac{7}{4} when x=0x = 0. Thus, the feasible region for these constraints is empty because the inequalities do not overlap in the first quadrant.

Conclusion

Since there is no feasible region that satisfies all constraints simultaneously:

Solution: EMPTY\text{Solution: } \text{EMPTY}

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Related Questions to Explore:

  1. How do we find feasible regions in other linear programming problems?
  2. What steps can we take to determine if a solution is unbounded?
  3. Can changing coefficients of constraints affect feasibility?
  4. How does graphical analysis help in understanding linear programming?
  5. What are alternative methods to solve linear programming problems without graphs?

Tip: In LP problems, checking constraints graphically can provide quick insights into feasibility and boundedness.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Programming
Inequalities
Optimization
Feasibility Analysis

Formulas

Objective function: p = 3x + 2y
Constraints: -5x + y ≥ 5, x + 4y ≤ 7, x ≥ 0, y ≥ 0

Theorems

Fundamental Theorem of Linear Programming
Graphical Method for Solving LP Problems

Suitable Grade Level

College/University (Introductory Level)