SOLUTION: sixty quarters and dimes were emptied from a candy machine. their total value was $9.75. how many of each type were there?

Question 1108406: sixty quarters and dimes were emptied from a candy machine. their total value was $9.75. how many of each type were there?
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25*Q + 10*(60-Q) = 975 cents. 25Q + 600 - 10Q = 975 15Q = 975 - 600 = 375 ====> Q = = 25 quarters. Answer. 25 quarters and 60-25 = 35 dimes.

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