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6. A fish tank measures 19.5 inches long by 12 inches wide by 15 inches tall. The tank is filled with water to a point 2 inches from the top of the tank. How much water is in the tank​

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Answer:

3042 in³

Explanation:

The dimensions of the water are ...

19.5 in long × 12 in wide × 13 in tall

The volume in cubic inches is ...

V = LWH

V = (19.5 in)(12 in)(13 in) = 3042 in³

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At 231 cubic inches per gallon, that's about 13.17 gallons.

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