Have a collection of coins and
number lines readily available. Have
students share their solution
strategies.
one penny, one dime, one
quarter
three nickels, one penny
Possible response: I know
because to get 16¢, you have
to have a penny. Then you
need 3 more coins for 15¢.
That can only be 3 nickels.
B. Money Riddles
I have three coins in my hand. The total amount of money is
36 cents. What coins am I holding?
I have 4 coins in my hand. The total amount of money is 16 cents.
What coins am I holding? Show or tell how you know.