Question

Set up a system of equations needed to solve each probler
11. You have 42 coins valued at $3.00. Some of
the coins are dimes and some are quarters. Find the
number of each you have.

Answer 1

Answer:

This is not a solvable question, since the least amount of money you can have with this combination is $4.20.

Step-by-step explanation:

Let q = quarters

Let d = dimes

Equation: 0.1d + 0.25q = 3.00

Maximum amount of dimes: 0.1d *42 = 4.2d