Question 1155470
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Solve using logical reasoning and a few simple mental calculations.<br>
The total is 265 cents, which is a multiple of 5.  Since the total value of any number of quarters is a multiple of 5, the value of the pennies must be a multiple of 5.<br>
Since the number of pennies is a multiple of 5 and the total number of coins is a multiple of 5, the number of quarters is a multiple of 5.<br>
The total of 265 cents is a bit more than 10 quarters and much less than 15 quarters.  So almost certainly the way to get 265 cents is with 10 quarters.  So check that for a solution:<br>
10 quarters makes 250 cents; what is left is 15 cents, which is 15 pennies; 10 quarters plus 15 pennies makes 25 coins.<br>
The solution is correct!<br>
ANSWER: 10 quarters and 15 pennies.<br>