Question

Unit 4: Systems of Equations

One week, Carlos bought 6 dog treats and 4
cat treats for $42. The next week, he bought 2
dog treats and 7 cat treats for $31.
Create an algebraic representation of the
situation above.
How many does each dog tre at cost?
How much does each cat treat cost?

Answer 1

$5 for a dog treat

$3 for a cat treat

Explanation:

week 1: 6d + 4c = 42

week 2: 2d + 7c = 31

*used calculator & guessed what each treat costs*

WEEK 1:

6(5) + 4(3) = 42

30 + 12 = 42

42 = 42

WEEK 2:

2(5) + 7(3) = 31

10 + 21 = 31

31 = 31