Answer:
if x = the number of nickles and x-34 = the number of dimes then .05x + .10(x-34) = 4.85 or .15x = 8.25 x = 55
So, nickles = x = 55
dimes = (x-34) = 21
55+ 21 = 76 So, that means your answer is C. 76 coins
Step-by-step explanation:
Answer:
the correct answer is C
Step-by-step explanation:
Set the 34 more nickels aside.
--> pairs of 1 nickel & 1 dime each worth 15 cents & a total of $3.15 ($4.85 - $1.70)
315/15 = 21 pairs
--> 21 dimes and 55 nickels