Solving System of Equations Word Problems

What is the first step in solving a word problem involving systems of equations?

• Choose a method to solve

• Use a calculator

• Read the word problem

• Write down the equations

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8C

In the ice cream cones and sundaes problem, what does X represent?

• Total cost

• Number of items sold

• Sundaes

• Ice cream cones

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

How much does one ice cream cone cost in the first example problem?

• $1.10

• $2.94

• $2.35

• $1.25

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

In the paint and brushes problem, what is the total cost for 8 gallons of paint and 3 brushes?

• $152.50

• $113.00

• $294.20

• $172.00

What is the cost of one gallon of paint in the second example problem?

• $15.00

• $17.00

• $35.00

• $20.00

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

In the cooking class memberships problem, what is the initial fee for the Finest Cooks membership?

• $20

• $60

• $15

• $35

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CCSS.HSF.LE.B.5

How much does each lesson cost in the Professional Cooks membership?

• $35

• $20

• $60

• $15

At how many classes do both cooking class memberships cost the same?

• 2 classes

• 4 classes

• 5 classes

• 3 classes

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8C

Which membership is more cost-effective if you plan to take more than 3 classes?

• Both are the same

• Finest Cooks

• Professional Cooks

• Neither

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CCSS.8.F.A.2

CCSS.HSF.IF.C.9

If you plan to take only 2 classes, which cooking class membership should you choose?

• Finest Cooks

• Professional Cooks

• Both are the same

• Neither