Question

The number of gallons used to wash dishes varies directly with the number of loads. If it takes 65 gallons to wash 5 loads. How many gallons would be needed to wash 3 loads?

Answer 1

39 gallons

Explanation:

65 gallons ÷ 5 loads = 13 gallons per load

13 gallons per load • 3 loads = 39 loads