Coin Combinations
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Practice Questions
- Which coins make 30¢? Circle all correct answers.
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(A) 3 dimes,(B) 6 nickels
- Which coins make 15¢? Circle all correct answers.
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(A) 3 nickels,(B) 1 dime + 1 nickel
- Which coins make 40¢? Circle all correct answers.
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(A) 4 dimes,(B) 1 quarter + 3 nickels
- Which coins make 25¢? Circle all correct answers.
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(A) 1 quarter,(B) 2 dimes + 1 nickel
- Which coins make 35¢? Circle all correct answers.
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(A) 7 nickels,(B) 1 quarter + 2 nickels
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Teaching Notes
This activity helps students explore the concept of monetary equivalence and develop flexible thinking with coin combinations. Encourage discussion on different strategies for reaching the target amount.
Vocabulary
Common Mistakes
- Incorrectly identifying coin values (e.g., dime for nickel).
- Not checking the total value of circled coins against the target amount.
- Overlooking other possible correct coin combinations.
Differentiation
Discussion Questions
- Why can different coin sets make the same amount?
- Which coin is most useful for making different amounts quickly?
- When would knowing different coin combinations be helpful in real life?
- What if you only had pennies and dimes? Could you make 75 cents?
Extension Activities
- Find ways to make $1.00.
- Sort coins by value.
- Play coin matching games.
Parent Tip
Ask your child to find different coin combinations for a specific amount.
Learning Path
Skill Cluster
Money Sense
Estimated Time
15 minutes