SOLUTION: A collection of nickels and quarters is worth $4.65. There are 3 more nickels than quarters. Use a system of equations to determine how many coins are in the collection?
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Question 704947: A collection of nickels and quarters is worth $4.65. There are 3 more nickels than quarters. Use a system of equations to determine how many coins are in the collection?
Answer by lynnlo(4176) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
5N+25Q=$4.65
Q+3=N
5(Q+3)+25Q=$4.65
30 Q=450
Q=15 QUARTERS =$3.75
N=18 NICKELS=.90
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TOTAL$3.75+.90=$4.65
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