Metallic, Inc., produces metal gates in two processes: bending,
in which metal is bent to the correct shape, and welding, in which
the bent metal pieces are welded into gates. The bending process
has a capacity of 19,500 units per year; welding has a capacity of
24,500 units per year. Demand is strong. At a sales price of $760
per unit, the company can sell whatever output it can produce.
Metallic can start only 19,500 units into production in the...