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The gas tank in dad’s car holds 12 gallons. The gas tank in mom’s truck holds 50% more than that. How much gas does the truck’s tank hold? Explain why this situation can be represented by the equation (1.5) · 12 = t. Make sure that you explain what t represents.

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Answer:

(1.5)×12=18

t represents 18

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