fit multiple values into specific value (combinations?)
This one is kinda hard to descibe. I have a list of multiple values. I need
a way to display the correct combinations of the values, each in a different
series, where the sum of each series is between x and y. :S
Two example scenarios:
I have some files that are of various sizes. I want to backup to a floppy,
cd, thumbdrives, etc... To minimize wasted space, which files to copy to
disk 1, disk 2, etc...
I have some CAT6 cable that comes in 500' or 1000' spools. I have multiple
cable drops in various lengths. To minimize cable waste, how many spools and
which runs from which spool.
Is this too complicated for excel?
410 405 375
380 405 375
410 300 375
310 300 375
310 300 375
340 300 375
375 332 250
375 332 250
410 332
Which combination of these lengths will maximize the use of a spool of 1000'
cable?
and how many spools would i need?
Thanks,
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