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Question 918721: I have a box of nickels and dimes. when I counted the money, I was surprised to see that I have exactly $10.00. then it occurred to me that if my nickels were dimes and my dimes were quarters, I would have $21.25. how many dimes and nickels are in my box?
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I have a box of nickels and dimes. when I counted the money, I was surprised to see that I have exactly $10.00. then it occurred to me that if my nickels were dimes and my dimes were quarters, I would have $21.25. how many dimes and nickels are in my box?


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