A truck averages 16 miles per yulion and has a 25 gallon gas tank. What is the furthest distance the truck can travel without stopping for gas?

LJ White asked Jan 3, 2023

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LJ White asked Jan 3, 2023

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A truck averages 16 miles per gallon and has a 25 gallon gas tank. What is the furthest distance the truck can travel without stopping for gas?

Apply proportion

16/1=x/25

solve for x

x=16*25

x=400 miles

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