To determine how many nickels are in 2 dollars, we need to understand the value of a nickel and how it relates to a dollar.
1. **Value of a Nickel**: A nickel is worth 5 cents.
2. **Value of a Dollar**: One dollar is equal to 100 cents.
**Calculation**:
– First, convert 2 dollars to cents: 2 dollars × 100 cents/dollar = 200 cents.
– Next, divide the total cents by the value of a nickel: 200 cents ÷ 5 cents/nickel = 40 nickels.
**Conclusion**: There are 40 nickels in 2 dollars.