Question

A pile of 23 coins consists of nickels and dimes. The total value

of the coins is $1.40. Find the number of each type of coin.

Answer 1

5 dimes and 18 nickels

Explanation:

5D + 18 N =

5 x 10 + 18 x 5 =

5 x.10 + 18 x 0.05=

.50 + .90=

$1.40