In applying the simplex solution procedure to a maximization problem to determine which variable enters the solution mix A)pick the one with the largest positive C_j - Z_j. B)pick the one with the smallest C_j - Z_j. C)pick the one with the largest C_j. D)pick the one with the smallest Z_j.

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In the simplex solution procedure for a maximization problem, the variable that enters the solution mix is chosen based on the largest positive value of C_j - Z_j. This value represents the increase in the objective function for each unit increase in the variable. Therefore, choosing the variable with the largest positive value will lead to the greatest increase in the objective function and move the solution closer to the optimal solution.

In Applying the Simplex Solution Procedure to a Maximization Problem