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Write a system of equations to describe the situation below, solve using elimination, and fill in the blanks.

The Joseph family and the Lawrence family are seeing a movie together in the theater. At the concession stand, Mr. Joseph paid $14 for 1 large popcorn and 2 large drinks that his family will share. Mrs. Lawrence bought 1 large popcorn and 4 large drinks and paid $24. How much does each item cost?

Answer 1

p + 2d = 14

p + 4d = 24

2d = 10

Can you solve for d and p and answer?