Linear Programming: Solving Complex Decisions on Multiple Levels

From forecasting the weather to forecasting the economy, our experts explain the critical role Linear Programming plays in solving complex issues. The first week, a Meteorologist discusses how Linear Programming plays a prominent role in combing different locations, such as climate, wind, and solar activity, to predict storms on the horizon for a given area. Next, an Economist discusses a different application by describing how Linear Programming combines elements such as interest rates, monetary and fiscal policy, and tax rates to arrive at the best economic models. Next, a Technician discusses the concept of matrixes that allow computers to simulate and solve complex linear equations. The Technician also discusses how these matrixes play an important day-to-day function of powering programs such as Microsoft Excel and how knowledge of these matrixes can pay off for individuals to organize issues of all sorts.

1. Meteorologist

2. Economist

3. Computer Technician