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To identify: The best estimate for the volume of a bathtub.
Answer to Problem 13PPS
Best estimate for the volume of a bathtub is 35 gallons.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Unit of measure: 35 ounces, 35 cups, 35 gallons.
35 ounces = 1.035 liters
35 gallons = 132.489 liters
Since, 35 ounces is so small measurement for choose the size of a bathtub and 35 cups is not the best measurement to choose the size of a bathtub.
So, best measurement to choose a bathtub is 35 gallons.
Conclusion:
Best estimate for the volume of a bathtub is 35 gallons.
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