Linear Programming Tools and Approximation Algorithms for Combinatorial Optimization by David Alexander Griffith Pritchard A thesis presented to the University of Waterloo in fulfillment of the thesis requirement for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Combinatorics and Optimization Waterloo‚ Ontario‚ Canada‚ 2009 c David Alexander Griffith Pritchard 2009 I hereby declare that I am the sole author of this thesis. This is a true copy of the thesis‚ including any required final revisions
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2014/9/16 Linear Equations Ad Options Ads by Vidx Linear Equations A linear equation is an equation for a straight line These are all linear equations: y = 2x+1 5x = 6+3y y/2 = 3 x Let us look more closely at one example: Example: y = 2x+1 is a linear equation: The graph of y = 2x+1 is a straight line When x increases‚ y increases twice as fast‚ hence 2x When x is 0‚ y is already 1. Hence +1 is also needed So: y = 2x + 1 Here are some example values: http://www.mathsisfun.com/algebra/linear-equations
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Linear ------------------------------------------------- Important EXERCISE 27 SIMPLE LINEAR REGRESSION STATISTICAL TECHNIQUE IN REVIEW Linear regression provides a means to estimate or predict the value of a dependent variable based on the value of one or more independent variables. The regression equation is a mathematical expression of a causal proposition emerging from a theoretical framework. The linkage between the theoretical statement and the equation is made prior to data collection
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This type of problem is known as distribution or transportation problem in which the key idea is to minimize the cost or the time of transportation. In previous lessons we have considered a number of specific linear programming problems. Transportation problems are also linear programming problems and can be solved by simplex method but because of practical significance the transportation problems are of special interest and it is tedious to solve them through simplex method. Is there any alternative
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Integer Programming 9 The linear-programming models that have been discussed thus far all have been continuous‚ in the sense that decision variables are allowed to be fractional. Often this is a realistic assumption. For instance‚ we might 3 easily produce 102 4 gallons of a divisible good such as wine. It also might be reasonable to accept a solution 1 giving an hourly production of automobiles at 58 2 if the model were based upon average hourly production‚ and the production had the interpretation
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Plots Linear regression is a crucial tool in identifying and defining key elements influencing data. Essentially‚ the researcher is using past data to predict future direction. Regression allows you to dissect and further investigate how certain variables affect your potential output. Once data has been received this information can be used to help predict future results. Regression is a form of forecasting that determines the value of an element on a particular situation. Linear regression
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European Journal of Operational Research 153 (2004) 117–135 www.elsevier.com/locate/dsw An integer programming formulation for a case study in university timetabling S. Daskalaki b a‚* ‚ T. Birbas b‚ E. Housos b a Department of Engineering Sciences‚ University of Patras‚ GR-26500 Rio Patras‚ Greece Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering‚ University of Patras‚ GR-26500 Rio Patras‚ Greece Abstract A novel 0–1 integer programming formulation of the university timetabling
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Describe the payout policy of Linear Technologies historically. Describe Linear’s current cash position and its financing needs. The company initiated its dividend in 1993 with a relatively conservative payout ratio of 15%‚ based on a quarterly dividend of $0.05/share/quarter ($0.00625 split adjusted as per Exhibit 3). As of 3Q2003‚ the dividend is also $0.05/share/quarter‚ adjusted for stock splits‚ which translates into a payout ratio of . The payout ratio is currently 27.5% on an as adjusted
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CHAPTER 8 Linear Programming Applications Teaching Suggestions Teaching Suggestion 8.1: Importance of Formulating Large LP Problems. Since computers are used to solve virtually all business LP problems‚ the most important thing a student can do is to get experience in formulating a wide variety of problems. This chapter provides such a variety. Teaching Suggestion 8.2: Note on Production Scheduling Problems. The Greenberg Motor example in this chapter is largest large
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TO: Board of Directors‚ Linear Technologies FROM: Mr. Paul Coghlan CFO‚ Linear Technologies RE: Dividend Policy Summary: Based on the financials to date and the forward looking capital investments required Linear should increase their dividend payout by $0.01 per share. Entering the fourth quarter of 2003 the market seems to show continued signs of improvement. The company has shown steady growth and revenues are forecasted to exceed 2002’s by 19%. The forecast shows net income coming in
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