If a 1/2 gallon of paint covers 1/3 of a wall, how much paint is needed for the entire wall?

Question

a) 1 1/2 gallons

b) 3 gallons

c) 2/3 gallon

d) 1 gallon

Answer 1

a) 1 1/2

1/2 x 3 = 3/2 = 1 1/2

1/2 divided by 1/3 = (1/2)(3) = 3/2