SOLUTION: When 16 litres are added to a gas tank which is 1/2 full, the tank is 2/3 full. Find the capacity of tank in litres

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Question 408901: When 16 litres are added to a gas tank which is 1/2 full, the tank is 2/3 full. Find the capacity of tank in litres
Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Hi
Let x represent capacity of tank in litres
Question states***
x/2 + 16L = (2/3)x
Solving for x
3x + 16*6 = 4x
96L = x, capacity of tank in litres
CHECKING our Answer***
48L + 16L = (2/3)96L = 64L
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