Polly has 8 more nickels than quarters. if she has $3.40 how many of each does she have?
Let x = quarters
Let (x + 8) = nickels
Equation:
.05(x + 8) + .25(x) = 3.40
Solve for x. Remember to state how many of each Polly has.
Let (x + 8) = nickels
Equation:
.05(x + 8) + .25(x) = 3.40
Solve for x. Remember to state how many of each Polly has.