Question

What is the difference between a constraint and an objective function?

• A. A constraint is a function that must be equal to zero, while an objective function is a function that must be greater than or equal to zero.
• B. A constraint is a limitation on the possible solutions to a problem, while an objective function is the function to be maximized or minimized.
• C. A constraint is a function that must be less than or equal to zero, while an objective function is a function that must be greater than zero.
• D. A constraint is a function that must be non-negative, while an objective function is a function that must be positive.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

A constraint is a function that must be equal to zero, while an objective function is a function that must be greater than or equal to zero.

Answer 2

The correct option is (A):A constraint is a function that must be equal to zero, while an objective function is a function that must be greater than or equal to zero.