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document.write( "I came across this problem in an old newspaper and believe I have solved it but am not sure. The answer I get is 450 gallons. Here's the question:\r
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document.write( "\"A cistern is 3/4 full of water; after 40 gallons are taken out, it is then 2/3 full. How many gallons will it hold?\"\r
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document.write( "Thank you, for your help! \n" );
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Algebra.Com's Answer #738268 by Alan3354(69443)![]() ![]() You can put this solution on YOUR website! 9/12 - 8/12 = 1/12 = 40 gallons \n" ); document.write( "12*40 = 480 gallons \n" ); document.write( " |