SOLUTION: Six candles and 4 vases cost $54. However, 3 candles and 10 vases cost $87. Find the cost of one candle.

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Question 517437: Six candles and 4 vases cost $54. However, 3 candles and 10 vases cost $87. Find the cost of one candle.
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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6c+4v=54
3c+10v=87
6c+20v=174
6c+4v=54
16v=120
4v=30
2v=15
v=7.5 dollars
6c+4*7.5=54
6c=24
c=4
candles cost 4 dollars each.