Question

Breck has 22 dimes and nickels. The total value of the coins is $1.45.

How many dimes and how many nickels does Breck have?

Answer 1

Answer:15 nickels and 7 dimes.

Explanation:

Answer 2

11 dimes and nickels.

Explanation:

22 total coins divided by 2 equals 11 for each.

the number 2 represents the dimes and nickels, 22 for the total amount of coins, and 11 for the answer.