Constraints

Definition

In optimization problems, constraints are conditions or limitations that must be satisfied. They restrict the feasible solutions and affect how we maximize/minimize the objective function.

Related terms

Feasible Region/Solution Space: The set of all possible solutions that satisfy all given constraints.

Inequality Constraints: Restrictions expressed using inequality statements (e.g., x + y ≤ 10).

Equality Constraints: Restrictions expressed using equality statements (e.g., 2x - y = 5).