Question 1041789
If x is the number of nickels, then dimes=x-5, and quarters=x+2. The total value of coins in the meter can be expressed as 
.05x+.1(x-5)+.25(x+2)=V
V=.05x+.1x-.5+.25x+.5
V=.4x  &#9786;&#9786;&#9786;&#9786;