Which equation can be used to solve the following word problem?

Emilio has 6 more nickels than dimes, and the total value of his coins is $2.10. How many nickels does he have? Let n represent the number of nickels.

A:0.10 (n-6) + 0.05n=2.10

B:

0.10n+0.05 (n+6) = 2.10

C:0.10n+0.05n+6=2.10

D:

0.10 (n+6) + 0.05n=2.10

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Mathematics

Jalen Grant

5 April, 01:43

Which equation can be used to solve the following word problem?

Emilio has 6 more nickels than dimes, and the total value of his coins is $2.10. How many nickels does he have? Let n represent the number of nickels.

A:0.10 (n-6) + 0.05n=2.10

B:

0.10n+0.05 (n+6) = 2.10

C:0.10n+0.05n+6=2.10

D:

0.10 (n+6) + 0.05n=2.10

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Answers (2)

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Brendon Byrd · Answer 1

According to the statement, equation would be:

0.10 (n-6) + 0.05n=2.10

0.10n - 0.60 + 0.05n = 2.10

0.15n = 2.70

n = 2.70/0.15

n = 18

So, in total he has 18 nickels

Triston Haynes · Answer 2

Triston Haynes 5 April, 05:39

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A is definitely the answer.