Question

Devon has 3 gallons of water in a large container. He begins to fill up glasses that each hold 1/8 gallon of water. How many glasses can he fill up until the water runs out?

Answer 1

Devon starts with 3 gallons of water, which is equal to 24 (3 x 8) glasses of 1/8 gallon each. Therefore, he can fill up to 24 glasses until the water runs out.