Question

Randi needs to mow her lawn. The mixture requires 5 gallons of gas for every 2 gallons of oil. How much oil will she need for 8 gallons of gas? Your answer should be in tenths. (1 point) gallons​

Answer 1

3.2 gal oil

Explanation:

Use a proportion.

5/2 = 8/x

5x = 2 × 8

5x = 16

x = 3.2