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In the equation G = 16 - G represents the number of gallons of gas left in Mark's car after he drives d miles. What does the number 16 represent in this equation?

O the number of miles driven
the number of gallons that remain in the car
the number of miles per gallon the car averages
the initial number of gallons of gas that were in the car

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Answer:

The initial number of gallons of gas that were in the car

Explanation:

The gallons left needs a starting value. 16 is the initial gallons of gas, from which gas consumed is subtracted.

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