The transportation problem is based on several key assumptions: first, it assumes that the supply at each source and the demand at each destination are known and fixed. Second, it presumes that the transportation cost per unit between each source and destination is constant. Third, it assumes that all units of goods are identical and can be transported without loss or damage. Lastly, it is typically assumed that all supplies and demands can be completely fulfilled without any surplus or shortage.
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you learn linear programming before you learn the transportation problem.
The assumptions may be exaggerated.
Facts and assumptions
1. What do you understand by Linear Programming Problem? What are the requirements of Linear Programming Problem? What are the basic assumptions of Linear Programming Problem?
1. What do you understand by Linear Programming Problem? What are the requirements of Linear Programming Problem? What are the basic assumptions of Linear Programming Problem?
By adding Dummy Destination. Also see Dummy Destination for more info.
Total supply must equal to total demand in the transportation problem,but each supply and demand value is 1 in the assignment problem.
facts and assumptions
If it is possible, at least two people should confirm the accuracy of facts and the validity of assumptions during the problem solving process. This helps ensure accuracy.
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