Question

How many nickels and how many dimes? $3.00 the same number of nickels as dimes.

Answer 1

20 coins each (20 nickels and 20 dimes)

Explanation:

We know the value of each coin is 5 cents and 10 cents, and we have to keep a consistent amount of coins to get 300 cents.

1. Create an equation. Now that we know the values, we can make an equation. 5x+10x=300

2. Solve.

x=20