Case Studies on the Application of Fuzzy Linear Programming in Decision-Making

Authors

  • Miracle K. Eze Centre for Petroleum Economics, Energy and Law (University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria)
  • Babatunde O. Onasanya Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science (University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23755/rm.v35i0.424

Keywords:

Fuzzy set, Fuzzy linear programming, Fuzzy constraints, Fuzzy optimization

Abstract

This study demonstrated the effectiveness of fuzzy method in decision-making and recommends the integration of fuzzy methods in decision-making in production, transportation, power production and distribution and utility maintenance in Nigeria companies.

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Published

2018-12-31

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Vol. 35 (2018)

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Volume 35-2018

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