Question 2 • CMS 2026-2027 NC Math 1 CREDIT RECOVERY
Let the less expensive scarf cost x dollars, so the more expensive one cost x + 3. Together they cost 25 dollars, so x + (x + 3) = 25, giving 2x = 22 and x = 11. The more expensive scarf cost 11 + 3 = 14 dollars, which is choice C.
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