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Jessie has 2 containers.
The first container has a capacity of 2 gallons.
The second container has a capacity of 9 quarts.
What is the difference in the capacity of the two containers? Give your answer in cups.
a. The difference in the capacity of the two containers is___cups
HELP ASAP

User Lxgr
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Answer:

they have a difference of 4 cups.

Explanation:

container one: 1 gallon = 16 cups. 2 gallons = 32 cups.

container Two: 1 quart = 4 cups. 9 quarts = 36 cups.

36 cups - 32 cups = 4 cups

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