Question

Emily knows that she can drive her car an average of 40 miles while using one gallon of gasoline. How many

gallons of gasoline will she need for at trip of 180 miles?

Answer 1

4.5 gallons

Explanation:

Proportions:

40 miles ⇒ 1 gallon

180 miles ⇒ D gallons

D = 180miles * 1 gallon / 40 miles

D = 4.5 Gallons

Answer 2

4.5 gallons of gas

Explanation:

180 ÷ 40= 4.5