2021 JMPSC Sprint Problems/Problem 2
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Problem
Brady has an unlimited supply of quarters ($0.25), dimes ($0.10), nickels ($0.05), and pennies ($0.01). What is the least number (quantity, not type) of coins Brady can use to pay off $
?
Solution
It is generally best to use the smallest number of coins with the most value, specifically the quarters, for taking away a big chunk of the problem. We are able to fit 
quarters, or 
into 
. That only leaves 
cents. We cannot put any nickels nor dimes, therefore we require three pennies to get a total of .
The least number of coins Brady can use to pay off will be 
coins.
-OofPirate
See also
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