In this context, the 8 represents the cost of a burger meal.
The 6 represents the cost of a hot dog meal.
To determine who got the better deal, we can compare the total cost of the meals for each family.
The Johnsons bought 2 burger meals ($8 x 2 = $16) and 5 hot dog meals ($6 x 5 = $30), which totals to $46.
The Wilsons bought 5 burger meals ($8 x 5 = $40) and 2 hot dog meals ($6 x 2 = $12), which totals to $52.
Comparing the total costs, the Johnsons got the better deal as their meals were cheaper ($46) than the Wilsons' ($52).
The Johnsons and the Wilsons went to the Burger Barn for dinner.
The Johnsons bought 2 burger meals and 5 hot dog meals for $46.
The Wilsons bought 5 burger meals and 2 hot dog meals for $52.
When you solve, you get a solution of (8, 6).
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What does the 8 mean in context?
What does the 6 mean in context?
Who got the better deal?
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How many burger meals
How many hot dog meals
The cost of a burger meal
The cost of a hot dog meal
The total cost of a burger + hot dog meal
Neither
Both
The johnson’s
The Wilson’s
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