Solve linear equations using simplex method

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The simplex method is not applicable for directly solving linear equations such as x1 + x2 = 5 and 2x1 + x2 = 4. Instead, it is utilized to optimize a linear function subject to constraints defined by linear equations or inequalities. This distinction is crucial for understanding the appropriate application of the simplex method in linear programming.

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how can i solve

x1 + x2 = 5
2x1 + x2 = 4

using simplex method?

thanks
 
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You don't. The "simplex" method is not used to solve equations, it is used to find a max or min of a linear function, constrained by linear equations or inequalities.
 
ok thanks..

now i know how to do it
 

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