Question

What fraction of 400 gallons is 126 l? Give your answer in simplest form. 1 gallon = 4.5 l.

Answer 1

Answer:

$17\frac{29}{63}$

Step-by-step explanation:

We have;

400 gallons and

12 L

We are required to determine the fraction of 400 gallons to 12 L

First we convert gallons to liter

1 gallon = 5.5 l

Therefore;

400 gallons = 400 × 5.5 gallons/l

                    = 2,200 L

Therefore; to know the fraction of 400 gallons to 126 liters

=2,200 ÷ 126

= $17\frac{29}{63}$

Thus, the 400 gallons are $17\frac{29}{63}$ of 126 l