Question

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johnny asks his mom for 85¢. which set of coins adds up to 85¢?
a. 3 quarters and 10 pennies
b. 3 quarters and 9 pennies
c. 3 quarters and 2 pennies
d. 6 dimes and 2 nickels

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate value of 3 quarters

1 quarter = 25¢, so $3 \times 25¢ = 75¢$

Step2: Calculate total for Option A

Add 10 pennies (10¢): $75¢ + 10¢ = 85¢$

Step3: Verify other options (elimination)

Option B: $75¢ + 9¢ = 84¢$
Option C: $75¢ + 2¢ = 77¢$
Option D: $6 \times 10¢ + 2 \times 5¢ = 60¢ + 10¢ = 70¢$

Answer:

A. 3 quarters and 10 pennies