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A Linear Programming Model for Scheduling Prison Guards. Applications of Linear Programming to Operations Research. Modules and Monographs in Undergraduate Mathematics and Its Applications Project. UMAP Module 272.

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Maynard, James M. – 1980

A work-scheduling model for Corrections Officers at State Correctional Institutions is described. This is a real-life model that was developed to deal with a problem of unacceptably large expenditures for overtime work by state prison guards. The problem involves more than 200 constraints and more than 800 variables. It is felt the model can be…

Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instructional Materials, Learning Modules

The Poisson Random Process. Applications of Probability Theory to Operations Research. Modules and Monographs in Undergraduate Mathematics and Its Applications Project. UMAP Unit 340.

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Wilde, Carroll O. – 1980

The Poisson probability distribution is seen to provide a mathematical model from which useful information can be obtained in practical applications. The distribution and some situations to which it applies are studied, and ways to find answers to practical questions are noted. The unit includes exercises and a model exam, and provides answers to…

Descriptors: Answer Keys, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instructional Materials