Step 1 :Let's denote the number of EZ, Mini, and Hefty models as \(x\), \(y\), and \(z\) respectively.
Step 2 :The total weight of the models in the van should not exceed 480 pounds. So, we have the inequality: \(10x + 20y + 60z \leq 480\).
Step 3 :The total volume of the models in the van should not exceed 336 cubic feet. So, we have the inequality: \(10x + 8y + 28z \leq 336\).
Step 4 :Since the driver wants the maximum number of Hefty models, we need to maximize \(z\).
Step 5 :From the weight inequality, we can express \(x\) in terms of \(y\) and \(z\): \(x = 48 - 2y - 6z\).
Step 6 :Substitute \(x\) into the volume inequality: \(10(48 - 2y - 6z) + 8y + 28z \leq 336\).
Step 7 :Simplify the inequality to get: \(z \leq 4 - \frac{y}{7}\).
Step 8 :Since \(z\) is an integer, the maximum value of \(z\) is 4 when \(y = 0\).
Step 9 :Substitute \(z = 4\) and \(y = 0\) into the equation for \(x\) to get: \(x = 48 - 2(0) - 6(4) = 24\).
Step 10 :So, the van should carry 24 EZ models, 0 Mini models, and 4 Hefty models to be fully loaded and have the maximum number of Hefty models.