Kayla is purchasing 5 candles for x dollars each and 5 candle holders for $3.50 each. Kayla paid a total of $27.50. Before tax, what is the cost per candle?

Question

A.
$2.00

B.
$4.80

C.
$6.20

D.
$9.00

Answer 1

First, calculate the total cost of the candles:
5 candles * x dollars each = 5x dollars

Next, calculate the total cost of the candle holders:
5 candle holders * $3.50 each = $17.50

Now set up the equation using the total cost Kayla paid:
5x + $17.50 = $27.50

Subtract $17.50 from both sides:
5x = $10

Divide both sides by 5:
x = $2

Therefore, the cost per candle is $2, which is option A.