Question

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Choose the mathematical sentence that most accurately expresses the information in the problem, and would be most helpful in solving it.

After draining 8 gallons from a tub of water, there were still 12 gallons left. How many gallons of water were in the tub to start?

A. 12 + g = 8
B. g - 8 = 12
C. 12 g = 8
D. 8 + g = 12
E. 12 - 8 = g
F. g 8 = 12

Answer 1

B G-8=12 is the best answer and will also help you solve the problem the quickest

Answer 2

The answer is B

you have the initial number of gallons (g), and subtract 8 gallons, which leaves 12 gallons so g-8=12 is the best answer