SOLUTION: I need to know how to create a system with word problems. this is my word problem: you have a jar of nickels and quarters. you want to choose 13 coins that are worth exactly $

Question 830964: I need to know how to create a system with word problems.
this is my word problem:
you have a jar of nickels and quarters. you want to choose 13 coins that are worth exactly $2.45. how many of each coin type do you need?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Count of nickles, n
Count of quarters, q

, and .
The sum of the quantity of coins is 13, as given and symbolized.
Think about the units involved in the numbers for the money value equation.
and would give the term, ...

The system of equations is
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