Answer:
chocolate = $1.25
soft drink = $1.85
Explanation:
Given price of chocolate is c and price of soft drink is s
Olivia: 5c + 2s = 9.95
Taylor: 6c + 6s = 18.60
6c + 6s = 18.60
divided by 6, we have
c + s = 3.1
=> s = 3.1 - c
Substitute s = 3.1 - c into
5c + 2s = 9.95
5c + 2(3.1 - c) = 9.95
5c + 6.2 - 2c = 9.95
3c = 9.95 - 6.2
3c = 3.75
c = 3.75/3 = 1.25
s = 3.1 - c = 3.1 - 1.25 = 1.85