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Jason and three of his friends want to host a party next weekend. They're inviting 12 guests and want to serve soft drinks and snacks. Each of the four kicks in $15 to cover the cost. They decide on a menu, and Jason scouts prices at the store and brings back a price list. How much of each item should they buy to ensure that everyone at the party gets to try all of the items?

Bag of tortilla chips $3.00 6 servings per bag
Jar of salsa $3.50 8 servings per jar
Bag of pretzels $2.50 4 servings per bag
Box of crackers $2.75 12 servings per box
Can of cheese $3.25 8 servings per can
Jar of mixed nuts $4.50 6 servings per jar
2-liter bottle of soda $1.50 8 servings per bottle