Question

1. jackson loves to take day trips during weekends. last weekend, he drove 80 miles to crabclaw beach. he used 4 gallons of gas to get there. this weekend, he will drive 100 miles to get to mount highmore. if he uses gas at the same rate, how many gallons of gas will jackson use to get to mount highmore? gallons

Explanation:

Step1: Find the gas consumption rate

The rate is miles per gallon. Last weekend, he drove 80 miles with 4 gallons. So the rate is $\frac{80}{4} = 20$ miles per gallon.

Step2: Calculate gas for 100 miles

This weekend, he drives 100 miles. Using the rate, the gallons needed is $\frac{100}{20} = 5$.

Answer:

5