Practice mode Simplification

A water tank is 2/5 full. After 36 litres are added, it becomes 7/10 full. What is the capacity of the tank?

Correct answer B. 120 litres

Explanation

The added water fills 7/10 − 2/5 = 7/10 − 4/10 = 3/10 of the tank. So capacity = 36 ÷ 3/10 = 120 litres.

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