Three Mathematical Programming thhniques for Solving Transshipment Problems:a Wilcoxon Test

  • Kwak, N.K. (Affiliated with Dongguk University in Seoul, Korea as a Fulbraght Senior Scholar. Saint Louis University) ;
  • Hemaida, Ramadan S. (University of Southern Indiana)
  • Published : 1994.12.01

Abstract

This paper presents three mathematical programming approaches to solving transshipment problems with interval supply and demand requirements. A linear goal programming model was developed based on the data obtained from a nationwide retail firm. Three mathematical programming model results were compared and analyzed, and three separate hypotheses were examined by using the Wilcoxon signed-ranked test for the model applicability. The test results were analyzed and interpreted for decision making.

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