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A problem in combinatorial optimization. Given a set of items with both weight and value, determine the number of each item to include in a collection so that the total weight is at most a given limit and the value of the collection is maximized.

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Is knapsack a Linear Programming problem?

The knapsack problem can be modelled as a mixed integer program (MIP) and the linear-programming relaxation of this model can be solved. The linear relaxation does not give a solution to the problem, …
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Why there is no FPTAS for multiple knapsack problem for two knapsacks unless P=NP?

There is no guarantee that the packing algorithm you suggested will lead to an optimal packing. Say you have two knapsacks of capacity 5, and objects of size 1, 2, 3 and 4. An optimal packing would be …
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Difference between fractional knapsack & greedy solution

The fractional Knapsack problem isn't solved using Dynamic Programming, but can be solved using a greedy algorithm. Item A is \$50/unit, B is \$5/unit and C is \$40/unit. The greedy method is to use a …
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