Question

The expression 2a+1.5b gives the cost (in dollars) for a cupcakes and b cookies at a bake sale. a. The cost for 1 cupcake is $ and the cost for 1 cookie is $. b. The total cost for 6 cupcakes and 6 cookies is $.

Answer 1

a. The cost for 1 cupcake is $2 and the cost for 1 cookie is $1.50.

b. 2a+1.5b = 2(6)+1.5(6) = 12 + 9 = $21

The total cost for 6 cupcakes and 6 cookies is $21