A Collection of Dimes Is Arranged in a Triangular Array

question 38

Multiple Choice

A collection of dimes is arranged in a triangular array, with 15 coins in the base row, 14 in the next, 13 in the next, and so forth. Find the value of the collection.

• A) $12.00
• B) $6.00
• C) $1.20
• D) $24.00

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