Problema Solution

glowing candles is hosting a one-day sale on saturday. The first promotion allows customers to purchase six small candles and two large candles for $28. Another promotion allows customers to purchase two small candles and six large candles for $36. What is the promotional price of one small candle and of one large candles?

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Let

x = the promotional price of one small candle

y = the promotional price of one large candle

6x + 2y = 28

2x + 6y = 36

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x = $3

y = $5

The promotional price of one small candle is $3.

The promotional price of one large candle is $5.