Pulp Fiction Flashcards
1
Q
What are lamda(k+m) - i.e. associated with equality constraints?
A
These multipliers are unrestricted in sign in constrained optimality.
2
Q
What is 3 pt quadratic approximation?
A
A 1D search method used to simplify the objective function into a quadratic function.
3
Q
What is a local min, local max, or inflection point?
A
The three possible outcomes of the necessary condition.
4
Q
What is a value function?
A
This type of function captures a true preference compared to a performance-based objective function.
5
Q
What is unconstrained minimization?
A
Finding the minimum in the absence of limitations.
