Question

A leaky faucet had already dripped 3 cups of water before it was discovered to be leaky. It leaked at a rate of 3/4 cup per hour. How long did it leak before it was discovered?

Answer 1

3/1 divided by 3/4 = 3/1 times 4/3. Multiply across to get 12/3 which = 4. It dripped for 4 hours.