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. E)pick the smallest nonnegative number formed by dividing each amount in the quantity column by the appropriate column at the exiting variable.

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The variable that should enter the solution mix is the one with the largest positive C_j - Z_j. This is because it represents the variable that will contribute the most to increasing the objective function, while keeping the constraints satisfied.

In Applying the Simplex Solution Procedure to a Maximization Problem