What Is Linear Programming

Linear programming (LP, also called linear optimization) is a method to achieve the best outcome (such as maximum profit or lowest cost) in a mathematical model whose requirements are represented by linear relationships.

What is linear programming with example?

The most classic example of a linear programming problem is related to a company that must allocate its time and money to creating two different products. The products require different amounts of time and money, which are typically restricted resources, and they sell for different prices.

How is linear programming used in real life?

Now that we understand the main concepts behind linear programming, we can also consider how linear programming is currently used in large scale real-world applications. Linear programming is used in business and industry in production planning, transportation and routing, and various types of scheduling.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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