document.write( "Question 56468: How many different combinations of nickels, dimes, and/or quarters equal exactly 60 cents?\r
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\n" ); document.write( "\n" ); document.write( "I started to do it the hard way by just listing all the combinations. I was at about 20 when I realized this was going to take for ever. I thought there had to be an easier way than the long way. Is there? If there is, please show me. \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #71483 by 303795(602)\"\" \"About 
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I make it 13 combinations. Check out the order in which they are listed to see the method used to find them all.\r
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