Question

A standard showerhead in Andrew's house dispenses 8 gallons of water per minute. Andrew changed this showerhead to an energy-saving one. The equation shows the amount of water dispensed, y, as a function of the number of minutes, x, for the new showerhead.

y = 3x

How much water does Andrew save each day with the change in showerheads if he uses the shower for 8 minutes each day?

A) 5 gallons
B) 16 gallons
C) 24 gallons
D) 40 gallons

Answer 1

C? If in wrong I'm sorry, but thats what i think it is.

Answer 2

Answer: Andrew saves 40 Gallons of water with the change in showerheads if he uses the shower for 8 minutes a day.

Step-by-step explanation:

(I got it right on my test)

3 = Gallons of water dispensed

Multiply- (8x8=64) (3x8=24)

Subtract- 64-24=40

Sorry, I'm late.