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29 May, 13:31

The gasoline gauge on a van initially read one fourth14 full. when 1010 gallons were added to the tank, the gauge read two thirds23 full. how many more gallons are needed to fill the tank?

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  1. 29 May, 16:34
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    First, have common denominators.

    1/4 = 3/12

    2/3 = 8/12

    8/12 - 3/12 = 5/12 or 1,010 gallon

    1,010/5 gallon = 1/12 full

    202 gallons = 1/12 full

    7/12 needed until full ⇒ 7*202 = 1,414 gallons
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