= Linear programming relaxation
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Linear programming relaxation is a technique used in optimization, particularly in the context of integer programming and combinatorial optimization problems. The primary goal of this technique is to simplify a complex integer programming problem into a linear programming one, which is generally easier to solve. Here's how it works: 1. **Original Problem**: Typically, an integer programming problem involves variables that are restricted to take only integer values (e.g., binary variables that can either be 0 or 1).
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