Write a system of equations to describe the situation below, solve using any method, and fill in the blanks.

This morning, Keenan processed two catering orders at the sandwich shop where he works. The first order was for 9 trays of club sandwiches and 8 trays of vegetarian sandwiches, at a cost of $134. The second order, which cost $122, was for 7 trays of club sandwiches and 8 trays of vegetarian sandwiches. How much do the trays cost?

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Write a system of equations to describe the situation below, solve using any method, and fill in the blanks.

This morning, Keenan processed two catering orders at the sandwich shop where he works. The first order was for 9 trays of club sandwiches and 8 trays of vegetarian sandwiches, at a cost of $134. The second order, which cost $122, was for 7 trays of club sandwiches and 8 trays of vegetarian sandwiches. How much do the trays cost?

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Write a system of equations to describe the situation below, solve using any method, and fill in the blanks.

A business owner wants to have the front window of his store painted and is considering two artists for the job. Dylan has quoted a flat rate of $108 for the job. Jerry's quote is $43 per hour, plus $65 to cover the cost of materials. Depending on how long it takes Jerry to paint the window, these two could end up charging the same amount. How long would Jerry have to take? How much would it cost?