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Let S = Pair of Scissors

J = Jar of Paste

and P = Pencils

Then

1S + 2J = 8P

1J = 1S + 1P

From the second equation, 1S = 1J - 1P

Substitute this value in the first equation:

1J - 1P + 2J = 8P

so that 3J - 1P = 8P

or 3J = 9P

J = 3P

Three pencils will balance 1 jar.

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