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1951 Linear Programming paper

In 1951, mathematicians George Dantzig and others published influential papers on linear programming, a method for optimizing a linear objective function, subject to linear constraints. It helps solve problems like maximizing profits or minimizing costs when faced with limitations, such as resources or time. Their work provided a systematic approach to decision-making in various fields, from economics to engineering, allowing for efficient solutions to complex scenarios. This foundational concept has since evolved into vital tools for operations research and management science, impacting everything from logistics to finance.