The equations are
Q + D = 25
.25Q + .1D = 3.70
Multiply the first equation by 25 and the second by 100
Then subtract to eliminate Q and find D.
Jonelle S.
asked 11/23/21Joe has a collection of quarters and dimes. A friend counts his change and determines he has $3.70. Joe knows he has 25 coins. How many quarters and dimes does Joe have?
The equations are
Q + D = 25
.25Q + .1D = 3.70
Multiply the first equation by 25 and the second by 100
Then subtract to eliminate Q and find D.
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