Problema Solution
At a concession stand, Parker bought 3 hot dogs and 2 sodas for $12.15. Tax is included in the price. A hot dog cost $0.80 more than a soda. What is the cost of one hot dog and one soda
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Let
x = the cost of one soda
x + 0.80 = the cost of one hot dog
3(x + 0.80) + 2x = 12.15
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x = $1.95
$1.95 + $0.80 = $2.75
The cost of one hot dog is $2.75.
The cost of one soda is $1.95.