Question

A pitcher has 6.2 L of water in it. Raji pours water from the pitcher into 7 glasses. Each glass has 0.275 L of water in it. How much water is left in the pitcher? Solve the problem, and show your thinking.

Answer 1

4.275 L

Explanation:

Pitcher starts with 6.2 L.

7 glasses

each glass has 0.275 L

total water in 7 glasses: 7 × 0.275 L = 1.925 L

water remaining in pitcher: 6.2 L - 1.925 L = 4.275 L

Answer: 4.275 L is left in the pitcher.