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Quarter becomes king as 25 cent coin drives everyday buys
A Los Angeles Times survey shows the rising dominance of the quarter in daily life. Meters, vending, laundromats, gas stations and even arcades now hinge on 25 cents. Production at the U.S. Mint has increased, with quarters surpassing half-dollars in output. The piece notes a cultural shift toward the quarter in shopping bags, parking meters, and leisure activities across California, Nevada, and national outlets.
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