Adam has three pennies, two dimes, and one nickel. he also has one other coin that is different from the rest of his coins. how much could he have?

Step 1. Read the problem. Make sure you understand all the words and ideas.

Step 2. Identify what you are looking for.

Step 3. Name what you are looking for.

Step 4. Translate into an equation. Restate the problem in one sentence. Then translate into an equation.

Step 5. Solve the equation using good algebra techniques.

Step 6. Check.

Step 7. Answer the question.

Step-by-step explanation:

the 3rd on is correct

step-by-step explanation:

if you was gonna solve for a, a is a   < -12