In a linear program, if a constraint simply relates the ratio of linear expressions involving decision variables to another decision variable through $=, \geq$, or $\leq$, then the constraint can always be converted to a linear constraint.

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Ratios of linear expressions to decision variables introduce nonlinearity, making the constraint non-linear and not directly convertible to a linear form without additional manipulation or approximation.

In a Linear Program, If a Constraint Simply Relates the Ratio