Most illustrations in blue, gray, and black.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 844-845) and index.

Introduction to probability -- Probability distributions -- Decision analysis -- Utility and game theory -- Time series analysis and forecasting -- Introduction to linear programming -- Linear programming: sensitivity analysis and interpretation of solution -- Linear programming applications in marketing, finance, and operations management -- Distribution and network models -- Integer linear programming -- Advanced optimization applications -- Project scheduling: PERT/CPM -- Inventory models -- Waiting line models -- Simulation -- Markov processes.

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