A popular solution technique to IP problems is called:
A) a branch-and-bound algorithm
B) branching
C) bounding
D) LP relaxation

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A branch-and-bound algorithm is a popular solution technique for IP problems as it efficiently solves problems with a moderate-sized feasible region by dividing the feasible region into smaller subregions using branching and computes the optimal solution for each subregion by relaxing the integer constraints using LP relaxation and bounding the solutions. This process is repeated until the optimal solution is found or all subregions have been explored. Therefore, A) a branch-and-bound algorithm is the best choice for solving IP problems.

A Popular Solution Technique to IP Problems Is Called