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The document outlines the steps to use the Solver tool in OpenOffice Calc for optimization problems. It details the setup process, including defining the profit formula, selecting target and changing cells, and setting constraints. The methodology culminates in solving the optimization problem to achieve a specified profit target.

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Solver

The document outlines the steps to use the Solver tool in OpenOffice Calc for optimization problems. It details the setup process, including defining the profit formula, selecting target and changing cells, and setting constraints. The methodology culminates in solving the optimization problem to achieve a specified profit target.

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No- 05

Date- 16/04/2024

Solver
AIM: Write the steps to use solver tool in Open Office Calc.
Software used:
• Microsoft windows 10
• OpenOffice Calc
Hardware used:
➢ intel i3 processor ➢ Keyboard
➢ 4 GB RAM ➢ Mouse
➢ 1 TB HDD ➢ Monitor
➢ Internet connectivity
Description:
In IT class, students learn about OpenOffice Calc, a spreadsheet software similar
to Excel. One important feature they explore is Solver. Solver helps solve
optimization problems by adjusting variables to meet constraints and maximize or
minimize an objective function, like profits or costs. Students set parameters like
objective cells, variables, and constraints, and Solver finds the best solution. This
tool teaches problem-solving and analytical skills applicable to business, finance,
and more.
Methodology:
Step 1: Open a new file in Open Office Calc and write the following data:

Profit = ((Selling price – Cost price) x Total Quantity) – Initial Cost


Step 2: Click on Tools → Solver. The following dialog box appear:

Step 3: Click on the Target cell and choose the target cell. In this case, you have to
choose Profit cell because it is containing the formula. After that choose the value
box from the ‘Optimize result to’ option and give the target value. In this case
write 20000 on the box as we want 20000 profit per month.
Step 4: Click on ‘By changing cell’ box and set the changing which will be change
when we fixed the target cell. In this case, the changing cells are Selling price and
cost price means cell B1 and B2.

Step 5: Now set the constraints in the Limiting conditions box. We can give
constraints for changing cells only. In this case, we will use two constraints those
are: Selling price <= 15 and Cost price >= 3. We have to use cell reference of SP
and CP for this.
Step 6: Click on ‘Solve’ button.

Step 7: After that a pop-up window will open, click on keep result button and you
will get the desired output.

Output:

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