Divide by 2 and find out.
4/9 / 2
Multiply by its reciprocal:
4/9 * 1/2
Multiply the numerators and denominators together:
4/18
4/18 does not equal 8/18, so 4/9 isn't half of 8/18.
Step-by-step explanation:
If x is the volume of the first tank, and y is the volume of the second tank, then:
x + y = 55
x = 2y + 4
Solve the system of equations using either substitution or elimination. Using substitution:
2y + 4 + y = 55
3y + 4 = 55
3y = 51
y = 17
Solve for x using either equation.
x + 17 = 55
x = 38
The first tank holds 38 gallons, and the second tank holds 17 gallons.
184 x 7 = 1288
7 x 6 = 42
so you have 42 <span>defective bulbs</span>
