SOLUTION: The total value of some coins is $1.20. The coins contain nickels, dimes, and quarters only (at least one of each kind). What is the fewest number of coins possible?
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Question 223609: The total value of some coins is $1.20. The coins contain nickels, dimes, and quarters only (at least one of each kind). What is the fewest number of coins possible?
Answer by checkley77(12844) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
4*.25+1*.10+2*.05=1.20
1.00+.10+.10=1.20
1.20=1.20
7 coins are needed.
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