To clarify the problem, it sounds like you're comparing the capacities of large and small banks (or bins) and asking how many more towels can be stored in the small bank.
Let's break it down:
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Capacity of the Large Bank: 44,000 towels.
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Capacity of the Small Bank: Since the small bank holds 3/4 the volume of a large bank, we calculate: \[ \text{Capacity of Small Bank} = \frac{3}{4} \times 44,000 = 33,000 \text{ towels} \]
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Towels Already in the Small Bank: If the problem states that there are already towels in the small bank, you'll need to provide that amount to calculate how many more can be added.
Let’s denote the number of towels already in the small bank as \( x \).
- Available Space in the Small Bank: The additional towels that can be stored in the small bank can be calculated as: \[ \text{Additional Towels} = \text{Capacity of Small Bank} - x = 33,000 - x \]
In summary, to find out how many more towels can be stored in the small bank, you just need to know how many are already there. If you provide that number, I can give you the exact additional capacity!
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