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A scientists used 2 gallons of liquid for every 6 hours he works. he uses _____ of a gallon each hour he works.

User HeyNow
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Answer:

0.333

Explanation:

We are looking for gallons per hour so

gallons/hour

2 gallons/6 haours

2/6 = 0.333 OR 33.333%

User Durican Radu
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Answer:

1/3 of a gallon each hour

Explanation:

Step 1:

2 gallons per 6 hours Given

Step 2:

2/6 Divide

Step 3:

1/3 Simplify

Answer:

1/3 of a gallon each hour

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