Math Problem Statement

A tank can hold 85 litres of water. It's 30% filled. What percent tank is empty? Write the answer in decimal and fraction

Solution

The tank is 30% filled, meaning 100% - 30% = 70% of the tank is empty.

Now, let's express 70% as both a decimal and a fraction:

  1. As a decimal:
    70%=70100=0.7070\% = \frac{70}{100} = 0.70

  2. As a fraction:
    70%=70100=71070\% = \frac{70}{100} = \frac{7}{10}

So, 70% of the tank is empty, which is 0.70 in decimal and 7/10 in fraction.

Would you like more details on how this was calculated, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. If the tank is 50% filled, what percent is empty?
  2. How much water is in the tank when it is fully filled?
  3. How many litres of water are in the tank if it's 70% full?
  4. What is the volume of water in the tank when it's 40% full?
  5. If the tank is half-filled, how many litres of water are in the tank?

Tip: Remember, when converting percentages to decimals, simply divide by 100!

Ask a new question for Free

By Image

Drop file here or Click Here to upload

Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Percentages
Fractions
Decimals

Formulas

Percentage of tank empty = 100% - Percentage filled
Decimal conversion = Percentage / 100
Fraction conversion = Simplified percentage / 100

Theorems

-

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7