Question:

In transportation problem, North-West corner method would yield: A. an optimum solution
B. an optimal feasible solution
C. an initial non-feasible solution
D. Vogel’s approximate solution

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NW corner → quick feasible solution, not optimal.
Updated On: May 22, 2026
  • A only
  • B only
  • C and B only
  • B and D only
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Concept: North-West Corner Rule (NWCR) is used to obtain an initial basic feasible solution in transportation problems.

Step 1: Nature of NWCR.


• Provides feasible allocation
• Does not consider cost minimization

Step 2: Evaluate option A.

Optimal solution:
• Requires further optimization (MODI, etc.) Hence false.

Step 3: Evaluate option B.

NWCR gives:
• Initial feasible solution Hence true.

Step 4: Evaluate option C.

Solution is always feasible → false.

Step 5: Evaluate option D.

Vogel’s method is separate technique → false.

Step 6: Final conclusion.

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