Solve the Problem $\frac { 1 } { 8 }$ Of a Tank To

question 14

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-When 15 gallons of gasoline are put into a car's tank, the indicator goes from $\frac { 1 } { 8 }$ of a tank to $\frac { 3 } { 4 }$ . What is the total capacity of the gasoline tank?

• A) 36 gallons
• B) 18 gallons
• C) 30 gallons
• D) 24 gallons

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