Jonathan finds some nickels and quarters in his change purse. How many coins does he have if he has 12 nickels and 4 quarters? How many coins does he have if he has xx nickels and yy quarters?

Total coins, 12 nickels and 4 quarters:

Total coins, xx nickels and yy quarters:

Total coins, 12 nickels and 4 quarters:

12 + 4 = 16

Total coins, xx nickels and yy quarters:
xx + yy