Question

Ariana has a dimes and y nickels. She has at most 12 coins worth a minimum of

$0.85 combined. Solve this system of inequalities graphically and determine one
possible solution.

Answer 1

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Answer:

see attached (7 dimes, 5 nickels)

Explanation:

The inequalities are plotted in the attachment. The solution shown is ...

(x, y) = (7, 5)

7 dimes and 5 nickels are 12 coins worth $0.90. This is the maximum number of coins, worth more than $0.85.