SOLUTION: You have a jar containing 39 coins, consisting entirely of nickels and dimes, worth a total of $2.55. How many nickels are in the jar? Type in your numerical answer only; do not ty

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Question 1100751: You have a jar containing 39 coins, consisting entirely of nickels and dimes, worth a total of $2.55. How many nickels are in the jar? Type in your numerical answer only; do not type any words or letters with your answer.
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