VU Midterm Past Papers
17 solved midterm past paper MCQs for MTH601 (Operations Research) at Virtual University, each with the correct answer marked. Use them to learn the VU question style and test your recall. An independent study tool — not affiliated with VU.
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Q1. The first step in a problem solving exercises in OR is the ________that exist in the system.
Q2. A requirement for the definition of the problem in OR is that _________must be clearly defined which helps to focus attention on what the problem is
Q3. In a network flow diagram, time follows from_________
Q4. The dummy activities consume
Q5. In a national highway system intersection of two or more roads has the same analogy as the ______in the network flow diagram.
Q6. Best possible time estimate that a given activity would take under normal conditions which often exist, is called
Q7. In ______, activity time estimates are distributed according to beta distribution
Q8. If we have 2,4 and 12 hours as the optimistic(t0) most likely (tm) and pessimistic(tp) then the expected time for the activity would be
Q9. If t0=2 tm=5 and tp=14 then SD=__________
Q10. IF t0=6,tm=12 and tp=18 then Vt=_______
Q11. The graphical method for solving a linear programming problem is applicable when _____
Q12. Which of the following is equivalent relation to the constraint x=2 of a linear programming problem?
Q13. While using simplex method for a LPP if there are 4 standard equations in 8 variables then number of non basic variables will be _______
Q14. In the purchasing model without any shortage(Wilsons model) which of the following quantity does not vary?
Q15. How many decision variables are involved in the inventory model with shortages?
Q16. Which of the following rule is used in order to minimize the decision variables in any inventory model?
Q17. ABC analysis depends on the