SOLUTION: 1/8 tank of gas, U put in 8 gals, now u have 3/4 tank of gas, how many gallons need to fill it up?

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Question 1082888: 1/8 tank of gas, U put in 8 gals, now u have 3/4 tank of gas, how many gallons need to fill it up?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39630) About Me  (Show Source):
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