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| − | The fewest amount of coins that can be used is 2 (a quarter and a dime). The greatest amount is 7, if he uses | + | The fewest amount of coins that can be used is 2 (a quarter and a dime). The greatest amount is 7, if he only uses nickels. Therefore we have <math>7-2=\boxed{\textbf{(E)}~5}</math>. |
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Revision as of 11:11, 9 October 2016
Problem
Paul owes Paula 
cents and has a pocket full of 
-cent coins, 
-cent coins, and 
-cent coins that he can use to pay her. What is the difference between the largest and the smallest number of coins he can use to pay her?
Solution
The fewest amount of coins that can be used is 2 (a quarter and a dime). The greatest amount is 7, if he only uses nickels. Therefore we have 
.
See Also
| 2014 AMC 8 (Problems • Answer Key • Resources) | ||
| Preceded by Problem 1 |
Followed by Problem 3 | |
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| All AJHSME/AMC 8 Problems and Solutions | ||
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