Problema Solution

2 staples cost as much as 3 highlighters. If 6 staples and 6 highlighters cost $33 altogether. How much does one highlighter cost.

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Let

s = the cost per staple

h = the cost per highlighter

2s = 3h

6s + 6h = 33

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s = $2.20

h = $3.30

One highlighter costs $3.30.