Question 1008989
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Marcus has a change jar that contains only nickels and quarters. He has 69 coins which add up to a total of $12.45. 
How many of each type of coin does he have?
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Assume for a minute that all 69 coins are nickels, and analyse the situation further. It will help you to solve the problem.


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<U>Answer</U>. {{{(1245 - 69*5)/20}}} = 45 quarters and 69-45 = 24 nickels.