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Nancy bought a soft drink for 2 dollars and 6 candy bars. She spent a total of 14 dollars. How much did each candy bar cost? show work

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She bought 1 soft drink for $2

6 candy bars

total = $14

Equation

14 = 2 + 6x

Solve for x (number of candies)

14 - 2 = 6x

12 = 6x

x = 12/6

x = $2

Each bar candy cost $2.

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