Applications-oriented introduction to the role of management science in decision-making. Blends problem formulation, managerial interpretation, and math techniques with an emphasis on problem solving. Problem-scenario approach introduces quantitative procedures through situations that include both problem formulation and technique application. Extensive linear programming coverage includes problem formulation, computer solution, and practical application. The coverage also includes coverages of transportation, assignment, and the integer programming extension of linear programming, as well as advanced topics like waiting line problems, simulation, and decision analysis.
- ISBN10 0314216464
- ISBN13 9780314216465
- Publish Date 3 January 1997
- Publish Status Unknown
- Publish Country US
- Imprint West Publishing Co
- Edition 8th ed.
- Language English