The container that holds the water for the football team is 2/9 full. After pouring in 12 gallons of water, it is 2/3 full. How many gallons can the container hold?

Answer 1

2/9 to 2/3 = 6/9 full after 12 more gallons added

(2/9)F + 12 = 6/9F

(6/9-2/9)F = 12

(4/9)F = 12

F = (9/4)12 = 108/4 = 27 gallons full capacity