Question

Patsy had twonies, $5, $10 and $20 bills, and paid exactly $71 for her new dress. How did she do it, using the least possible number of coins and bills?

Answer 1

Patsy can us 3 $20 bills 1 $10 bill and 4 quarters.

Answer 2

Patsy had twonies, $5, $10 and $20 bills, and paid exactly $71 for her new dress. How did she do it, using the least possible number of coins and bills?

Explanation:

To pay using the smallest number of bills and coins you have to start with the greater amount that is $ 20 x 3 bills = $ 60 + $ 10 x 1 bill = $ 70 + $ 2 x 1 bill = $ 72, and you were returned 1 $.