Question

PLEASE HELP PLEASE

Tricia has the same number of nickels and dimes in her pocket. The coins total $3.60. How many of each coin does she have?

A) 12 nickels and 12 dimes

B) 24 nickels and 24 dimes

C) 36 nickels and 36 dimes

D) 48 nickels and 48 dimes

Answer 1

For my opinion, the best option it B.

Answer 2

B

Explanation:

Find out the total value of each option and see which one gives a total of $3.60

For A, 12 nickels + 12 dimes = 12 x $0.05 + 12 x $0.10 = $1.80 ≠ $3.60

For B, 24 nickels + 24 dimes = 24 x $0.05 + 24 x $0.10 = $3.60 (correct)

For C, 36 nickels + 36 dimes = 36 x $0.05 + 36 x $0.10 = $5.40 ≠ $3.60

For D, 48 nickels + 48 dimes = 48 x $0.05 + 48 x $0.10 = $7.20 ≠ $3.60