SOLUTION: In his pocket, Anthony has 10 coins including 5 pennies and 1 nickel. He has no dimes, half dollars, or dollars. Can he buy a hamburger for $1.50?

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Question 1073685: In his pocket, Anthony has 10 coins including 5 pennies and 1 nickel. He has no dimes, half dollars, or dollars. Can he buy a hamburger for $1.50?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39625) About Me  (Show Source):
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5 pennies
1 nickel
0 dimes
0 half-dollars
0 dollars
The rest must be 4 quarters.

5+1+4=10, accounts for the 10 coins.