SOLUTION: Paula’s purse contains twice as many dimes as quarters and three fewer nickels than dimes. The total of these coins is $3.15. How many of each coin does she have?

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Question 900205: Paula’s purse contains twice as many dimes as quarters and three fewer nickels than
dimes. The total of these coins is $3.15. How many of each coin does she have?

Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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5*n+10*d+25*q=315
d-n=3
d=2*q
9n 12d 6q