Question

which proportion could you use to convert 9 gallons to pints?
$\frac{8\text{ pints}}{1\text{ gallon}}=\frac{?\text{ pints}}{9\text{ gallons}}$
$\frac{32\text{ pints}}{1\text{ gallon}}=\frac{?\text{ pints}}{9\text{ gallons}}$
convert.
9 gallons = pints

Explanation:

Step1: Recall conversion factor

We know that 1 gallon = 8 pints.

Step2: Set up proportion

The correct proportion is $\frac{8\text{ pints}}{1\text{ gallon}}=\frac{?\text{ pints}}{9\text{ gallons}}$.

Step3: Solve proportion

Cross - multiply: $1\times(?\text{ pints})=8\times9$. So, $?\text{ pints}=72$.

Answer:

72