Write an equation and solve it to answer each question. A pile of 55 coins consisting of nickels and dimes is worth $3.90. Find the number of each. I only need the equation plz. WILL MARK BRAINLIEST.

0.05x + 0.1(55 - x) = 3.9

Step-by-step explanation:

There are 55 coins.

Let x = number of nickels.

The number of dimes is 55 - x.

The value of a nickel is $0.05, and the value of a dime is $0.10.

The value of x nickels is 0.05x

The value of 55 - x dimes is 0.1(55 - x)

The total value of the coins is 0.05x + 0.1(55 - x)

The total value of the coins is $3.90

0.05x + 0.1(55 - x) = 3.9

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