SOLUTION: A liquid fertilizer needs to mixed 2 cups to 4 gallons of water. If you have 3 cups of fertilizer, how much water needs to be added?

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Question 445936: A liquid fertilizer needs to mixed 2 cups to 4 gallons of water. If you have 3 cups of fertilizer, how much water needs to be added?
Answer by jorel1380(3719) About Me  (Show Source):
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2:4=3:x
12=2x
6=x
6 gallons of water..