# Approximation Methods in Multiobjective Programming

@article{Ruzika2005ApproximationMI,
title={Approximation Methods in Multiobjective Programming},
author={Stefan Ruzika and Margaret M. Wiecek},
journal={Journal of Optimization Theory and Applications},
year={2005},
volume={126},
pages={473-501}
}
• Published 1 September 2005
• Economics
• Journal of Optimization Theory and Applications
Approaches to approximate the efficient set and Pareto set of multiobjective programs are reviewed. Special attention is given to approximating structures, methods generating Pareto points, and approximation quality. The survey covers more than 50 articles published since 1975.
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