{"product_id":"linear-programming-and-extensions-9780691059136","title":"Linear Programming and Extensions","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe influential book that established the mathematical discipline of linear programming\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn the worlds of finance, business, and management, mathematicians and economists frequently encounter problems of optimization. In this classic book, George Dantzig shows how the methods of linear programming can provide solutions. Drawing on a wealth of examples, he introduces the basic theory of linear inequalities and describes the powerful simplex method used to solve them. He discusses the price concept, the transportation problem, and matrix methods, and covers key mathematical concepts such as the properties of convex sets and linear vector spaces. Dantzig demonstrates how linear programming can be applied to a host of optimization problems, from minimizing traffic congestion to maximizing the scheduling of airline flights. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAn invaluable resource for students and practitioners alike, \u003ci\u003eLinear Programming and Extensions\u003c\/i\u003e is an extraordinary account of the development and uses of this versatile mathematical technique, blending foundational research in mathematical theory with computation, economic analysis, and applications to industrial problems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e George B. Dantzig\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Princeton University Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/23\/1998\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 656\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.92lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.20h x 6.12w x 1.31d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780691059136\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeorge B. Dantzig\u003c\/b\u003e (1914-2005) is widely acclaimed as the father of linear programming and was a leading figure in the development of mathematical optimization, making important contributions to fields such as industrial engineering, economics, and statistics. He was professor emeritus of operations research and computer science at Stanford University.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Princeton University Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45073513119859,"sku":"9780691059136","price":274.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/files\/img_bf9cca93-cc11-4f45-a687-26cc13ae1060.jpg?v=1780702991","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/linear-programming-and-extensions-9780691059136","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}