A manufacturer produces three models of bicycles. The time (in hours) required to assemble, paint and pack each model is as follows.

	Model A	Model B	Model C
Mounting	2	2.5	3
Chart	1.5	2	1
packaging	1	.75	1.25

The total time available for assembly, painting, and packaging is 4,006 hours, 2,495 hours, and 1,500 hours, respectively. The profit per unit for each model is $45 (Model A), $50 (Model B), and $55 (Model C). How many of each type must be produced for maximum profit?

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