Optimization Problem

Definition

An optimization problem involves finding the best solution among many possible solutions, often by maximizing or minimizing an objective function.

Related terms

Decision Problem:

Unlike an optimization problem which seeks the best solution, a decision problem only requires a yes or no answer.

Heuristic:

A heuristic is an approach or technique used to find approximate solutions for complex optimization problems when an exact solution may not be feasible.

Linear Programming: Linear programming is a mathematical method used to optimize linear objective functions subject to linear constraints.