Question: 3 a ) Eight items with weights 8 , 3 , 5 , 5 , 9 , 6 , 7 , and 1 2 lbs

3a) Eight items with weights 8,3,5,5,9,6,7, and 12 lbs respectively must be packed in three boxes. Each box has a capacity of 20 lbs. It would be desirable to distribute the load evenly between the three boxes.
(i) Formulate an Integer Linear Programme that can be used to solve this problem. Clearly define decision variables, objective function and constraints. [30%]
(ii) Suppose items three and four cannot be packed in the same box. How would you modify your model? [10%]
(iii) Suppose items one and two must be packed in the same box. How would you then modify your model? [10%]

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