SOLUTION: Penny has a total of 18 coins made up of nickels and quarters. When totaled they add up to $1.90. There are three more nickels than twice the number of quarters. I am having a tota

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Question 729159: Penny has a total of 18 coins made up of nickels and quarters. When totaled they add up to $1.90. There are three more nickels than twice the number of quarters. I am having a total blank please help.
Answer by richwmiller(17219)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
n+q=18,
5n+25q=190
we don't need the last part.
n=2q+3

q=5
n=13

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