Question

Chuck mixes 0.42 ounces of plant food and 2 gallons of water in a watering can. "

Answer 1

Answer:

0.06

Step-by-step explanation:

0.42 ounces is enough for 14 plants.  After watering 12 plants, there will be enough plant food left over for 2 plants.  Write a proportion:

0.42 / 14 = x / 2

Cross multiply:

14x = 0.84

Solve:

x = 0.06