Max has a collection of dimes and quarters. He has 25 coins that total $3.70. How many quarters does Max have?

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mathmale · Answer

Hints:  Write an equation for the number of coins involved here.

Write a separate equation for the VALUES of these coins.

Solve the 2 equation simultaneously for q and d (# of quarters, # of dimes).

mathmale · Answer

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