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CIMAPRO19-P01-1 Exam - Topic 9 Question 100 Discussion

JRL manufactures two products from different combinations of the same resources. Unit selling prices and unit cost details for each product are as follows:Identify, using graphical linear programming, the weekly production schedule for products J and L that will maximize the profits of JRL during the next four weeks.
D) Optimum plan (including major customer order) is therefore:W 900 unitsR 650 unitsX 2,000 units
A) Optimum plan (including major customer order) is therefore:W 900 unitsR 700 unitsX 2,100 units
B) Optimum plan (including major customer order) is therefore:W 1, 000 unitsR 600 unitsX 2,000 units
C) Optimum plan (including major customer order) is therefore:W 910 unitsR 800 unitsX 2,200 units
E) Optimum plan (including major customer order) is therefore:W 950 unitsR 750 unitsX 2,300 units

CIMAPRO19-P01-1 Exam - Topic 9 Question 100 Discussion

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Question #: 100
Topic #: 9
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JRL manufactures two products from different combinations of the same resources. Unit selling prices and unit cost details for each product are as follows:

Identify, using graphical linear programming, the weekly production schedule for products J and L that will maximize the profits of JRL during the next four weeks.

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Queen
9 months ago
Not sure about D, those numbers seem off to me.
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Melina
10 months ago
A is definitely the most straightforward choice here.
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Lottie
10 months ago
Surprised that E has the highest units but not the best profit!
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Eden
10 months ago
I disagree, C seems more balanced with 910 units of W.
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Mitsue
10 months ago
I think option B looks solid with 1,000 units of W.
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Joaquin
10 months ago
I’m leaning towards option D, but I can’t recall if we calculated the profit margins correctly for each product in our practice sessions.
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Madalyn
11 months ago
I feel like I should double-check the constraints we discussed in class; they might help narrow down the choices.
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Stevie
11 months ago
I think option B sounds familiar, but I’m uncertain if the production units add up correctly for maximizing profit.
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Lina
11 months ago
I remember we practiced a similar question on linear programming, but I’m not sure about the exact numbers for the optimum plan here.
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Marla
11 months ago
This is right up my alley! I'm confident I can tackle this using the graphical method. I'll start by identifying the decision variables, then plot the constraints and find the optimal production schedule.
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Noah
11 months ago
I'm feeling a little lost on this one. The graphical approach seems tricky, and I'm not sure I have a good grasp of the underlying concepts. Maybe I should try a different approach, like the simplex method.
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Shelia
11 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about how to approach this graphically. I may need to review my notes on linear programming techniques before diving in.
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Jettie
11 months ago
This looks like a classic linear programming problem. I'll start by setting up the objective function to maximize profits, then identify the constraints based on the resource information provided.
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Elly
11 months ago
Okay, let's see. I think I can set up the equations for the constraints, then graph the feasible region and find the optimal point. Should be straightforward enough.
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Bette
2 years ago
But the rationale behind my answer is that it maximizes profits for JRL during the next four weeks.
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Rutha
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe the answer is E) Optimum plan (including major customer order) is therefore:W 950 unitsR 750 unitsX 2,300 units.
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Aracelis
2 years ago
This is a classic case of 'too many cooks in the kitchen.' I'll stick with Option B - it's the Goldilocks of production schedules.
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Ilona
2 years ago
Option A is the clear winner here. Who doesn't love a nice, round number like 2,100 units?
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Fernanda
2 years ago
I think we can all appreciate the simplicity of option A.
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Elza
2 years ago
Definitely, it makes the production schedule easier to manage.
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Bronwyn
2 years ago
Yeah, it's always satisfying to see everything neatly rounded off like that.
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Veronique
2 years ago
I agree, option A seems like the best choice with those nice round numbers.
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Brice
2 years ago
Haha, these options are like trying to juggle chainsaws. I'll go with Option E - go big or go home!
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Candra
2 years ago
The question is a bit tricky, but I think Option D is the way to go. It's a more conservative approach that still maximizes profits.
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Wayne
2 years ago
I see your point, but I still think Option D is the best option here.
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Zona
2 years ago
I'm leaning towards Option A, it seems like a balanced plan.
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Isaiah
2 years ago
I think Option E might be a better choice for maximizing profits in the long run.
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Aleisha
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but Option A also looks like a good option for maximizing profits.
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Erinn
2 years ago
I agree, Option D seems like a safe choice to maximize profits.
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Celia
2 years ago
I think Option E might be a bit too risky with those high numbers.
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Jacquelyne
2 years ago
I agree, Option D seems like a safe choice.
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Kiley
2 years ago
Option B seems the most logical. Maximizing profits is all about finding the right balance in production.
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Lettie
2 years ago
Yes, I think option B strikes a good balance between the different products to maximize profits.
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Adria
2 years ago
I agree, option B does seem like the most balanced choice for maximizing profits.
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Bette
2 years ago
I think the answer is A) Optimum plan (including major customer order) is therefore:W 900 unitsR 700 unitsX 2,100 units.
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