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To solve word problems involving different combinations of coins with the same total value, first identify the total value and the available coin denominations. Then, systematically explore different combinations by considering how many coins of each denomination can make up that total. For example, to make 50 cents, you can use: 1. 1 quarter (25 cents) and 2 dimes (20 cents) and 1 nickel (5 cents). 2. 2 dimes (20 cents) and 3 nickels (15 cents) and 5 pennies (5 cents). 3. 1 half dollar (50 cents). Each combination sums to 50 cents.
