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1 May, 08:05

The container that holds the water for the football team is 1/6 full. After pouring in 14 gallons of water, it is 3/4 full. How many gallons can the container hold?

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  1. 1 May, 09:15
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    We solve the equation (1/6) x + 14 = (3/4) x, where x is the number of gallons;

    We have 2x/12 + 168/12 = 9x/12;

    2x + 168 = 9x;

    168 = 7x;

    x = 168 : 7;

    x = 24 gallons;
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