You have a collection of coins: a penny, a nickel, and a dime. If you lose one coin, how much money do you have left?
Category: Math · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Think about the minimum amount you could have left.
Answer
At least 5 cents
Explanation
Even if you lose the dime, you still have at least 6 cents (the penny and the nickel).
This is a medium math riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is At least 5 cents.
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