Hanson Corp. produces three products, and is currently facing a labor shortage - only 3,000 hours are available this month. The selling price, costs, labor requirements, and demand of the three products are as follows: 
a. In what order should Hanson prioritize production of the products?
b. How many of each product should be sold during the labor shortage to maximize profit?
c. What is the total contribution margin if Hanson prioritizes production according to its limited resources?
Definitions:
Pre-Tax Net Income
The income that a company earns before any taxes are deducted, reflecting the earnings from its core business operations.
Variable Costs
Expenses that change in proportion to the activity or volume of a business operation.
Fixed Costs
Expenses unaffected by the quantity of production or sales, encompassing items like monthly rent, staff remuneration, and various insurances.
Cost Behaviors
The way in which costs change in relation to changes in a firm's level of production or activity, including fixed, variable, and mixed costs.
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