SOLUTION: The value of an uncirculated 'Mint state-65' 1950 Jefferson nickle minted in Denver is 7/4 the value a 1945 nickle minted in Philadelphia in similar condition. Together the total v
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Question 843947: The value of an uncirculated 'Mint state-65' 1950 Jefferson nickle minted in Denver is 7/4 the value a 1945 nickle minted in Philadelphia in similar condition. Together the total value of the two coins are $44. What is the value of each coin?
( I just need help solving this or laying it out in the correct order of operation. ) Thank you.
Answer by josmiceli(19441) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let = the value of the 1950 coin
Let = the value of the 1945 coin
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(1)
(2)
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Substitute (2) into (1)
(1)
Multiply both sides by
(1)
(1)
(1)
and, since
(1)
(1)
(1)
(1)
The value of the 1950 coin is $28
The value of the 1945 coin is $16
check:
(2)
(2)
(2)
OK
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