Question

Two containers of gasoline hold a total of 50 gallons. The big container can hold 10 gallons less than twice the small
container. How many gallons does each container hold?

Answer 1

Answer:

The big container holds 30 gallons and the small container holds 20 gallons

Step-by-step explanation:

Let

The big container = x

Small container = y

The big container can hold 10 gallons less than twice the small

x = 2y - 10

Total gasoline in both containers = 50 gallons

x + y = 50

Substitute x = 2y - 10 into the equation

2y - 10 + y = 50

3y = 50 + 10

3y = 60

Divide both sides by 3

y = 60 / 3

= 20

y = 20 gallons

Recall,

x + y = 50

x + 20 = 50

x = 50 - 20

= 30

x = 30 gallons

The big container holds 30 gallons and the small container holds 20 gallons