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Question 105494: a collection of 50 coins is worth $5.20. There are 12 more nickels than dimes, and the rest of the coins are quarters. How many coins of each type are in the collection? Thank you Answer by scott8148(6628) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! let x=dimes, so x+12=nickels and 50-(2x+12)=quarters ... working in cents avoids problems with decimal points
