Question

If we split the total amount of paint so that each can had the same amount, how much paint would be in each can?

Answer 1

4 pints

Explanation:

We have 4 cans, one 2.5-pint can, two 4-pint ones, and 1 5.5-pint can.

Add the values together and divide by 4.

(2.5 + 5.5 + (2 * 4))/4

(8 + 8)/4

16/4

There will be 4 pints in each can.

Answer 2

4

Explanation:

split evening is average or mean

2.5 +4+4+5.5 = 16

16/4cans = 4