SOLUTION: i collect only 50 cent and $1 coins. my collection consists of 43 coins and their total value is $35. how many of each type do i have?
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Question 484631: i collect only 50 cent and $1 coins. my collection consists of 43 coins and their total value is $35. how many of each type do i have?
Answer by jorel1380(3719) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
.5n+1(43-n)=35
.5n+43-n=35
.5n=8
n=8/.5=16
You have 16 half-dollars and 27 dollar coins.
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