A contractor buys 18 yd of nylon carpet and 22 yd of wool carpet for $1998. A second purchase, at the same prices, includes 18 yd of nylon carpet and 25 yd of wool carpet for $2160. Find the cost per yard of the wool carpet.

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A contractor buys 18 yd of nylon carpet and 22 yd of wool carpet for $1998. A second purchase, at the same prices, includes 18 yd of nylon carpet and 25 yd of wool carpet for $2160. Find the cost per yard of the wool carpet.
 
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