SOLUTION: I have 63 total coins. I have 3x more dimes than quarters and 6 fewer nickels than quarters. How do I write this as a math problem

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Question 991135: I have 63 total coins. I have 3x more dimes than quarters and 6 fewer nickels than quarters. How do I write this as a math problem
Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let N, D, and Q stand for the number of nickels, dimes, and quarters you have.
Total number of coins:
N%2BD%2BQ=63
3x more dimes than quarters:
D=3Q
6 fewer nickels than quarters:
N=Q-6