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14. A collection of 30 coins worth $5.50 consists of nickels, dimes, and quarters. There are twice as many dimes as nickels. How many quarters are there?
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I'm pretty sure there's enough information to solve this problem, I just can't figure it out. I either get fractions or negative numbers as my answer. Any help is greatly appreciated!! :-)
14. A collection of 30 coins worth $5.50 consists of nickels, dimes, and quarters. There are twice as many dimes as nickels. How many quarters are there?
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I'm pretty sure there's enough information to solve this problem, I just can't figure it out. I either get fractions or negative numbers as my answer. Any help is greatly appreciated!! :-)
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Answered by
bobpursley
Q+D+N=30
.25Q+.10D +.05N=5.50
D=2N
Yes, three equations, three unknowns, enought information.
.25Q+.10D +.05N=5.50
D=2N
Yes, three equations, three unknowns, enought information.
Answered by
Emily
Ah, ok you made everything a lot simpler. Thanks!! :-)
Answered by
cyiesha
A collection of 30 coins worth $5.50 consists of nickels, dimes, and quarters. There are twice as many dimes as nickels. How many quarters are there?
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