Question

Why is it a good idea to put one nickel, one penny,and one quarter in a different order to find the total?
Ms. Sue
Most of us count in a logical order -- smallest to greatest or greatest to smallest.

0.25 + 0.05 + 0.01

Macy
Why is it a good idea to put one nickel one penny and 1/4 in a different order to find the total?