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The total fare for two adults and three children on an excursion boat is $14. If each child's fare is one-half of each adult's fare, what is the total cost for one adult and one child?

A

4

B

5.25

C

6

D

6.5

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To solve the problem step by step, we will define variables and set up equations based on the information provided in the question. ### Step 1: Define Variables Let: - \( a \) = fare for one adult - \( c \) = fare for one child
To solve the problem step by step, we will define variables and set up equations based on the information provided in the question. ### Step 1: Define Variables Let: - \( a \) = fare for one adult - \( c \) = fare for one child
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