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An 800 gallon swimming pool is being drained. After five hours, 500 gallons have been drained. If the rate of drainage continues, how long will it take to drain the pool?

 Apr 15, 2015

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500 gallons in 5 hours

equals

100 gallons in 1 hour

300 gallons left to drain = 3 more hours

8 hours in total :)

 Apr 15, 2015
 #1
avatar+118723 
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Best Answer

500 gallons in 5 hours

equals

100 gallons in 1 hour

300 gallons left to drain = 3 more hours

8 hours in total :)

Melody Apr 15, 2015

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