Problema Solution
Pablo's fruit stand prices fruit by the piece. Norma paid $1.95 for 3 apples and 2 bananas. Caroline paid $2.10 for 2 apples and 4 bananas. What is the price of an apple?
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Let 'a' represent the price of an apple and 'b' the price of a banana.
3a + 2b = 1.95
2a + 4b = 2.10
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a = $0.45
b = $0.30
The price of an apple is $0.45 or 45 cents.