OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §5.3 Solve Systems of Equations by Elimination · Exercise 47 · Algebra · Systems
Solve Systems of Equations by Elimination · Exercise 47
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Peter is buying office supplies. He is able to buy 3 packages of paper and 4 staplers for $40 or he is able to buy 5 packages of paper and 6 staplers for $62. How much does a package of paper cost? How much does a stapler cost?
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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §5.3 Solve Systems of Equations by Elimination · Exercise 47
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