Question

Michael has $1.95 totally in his collection, consisting of quarters and nickels. The number of nickels is three more than the number of quarters. How many nickels and how many quarters does Michael have?

Answer 1

6 quarters = $1.50
9 Nickels = $0.45

Total= $1.95

Answer is 6 quarters and 9 nickels.<span />

Answer 2

He has 7 quarters and 9 nickels because $1.50+ $.45= $1.95.