What you are learning about is Proportions
Ounces Gallons
4 2 1/2 or 2.5
6 x
Don't worry, x just means a number we do not know.
Cross multiply.
4x= 15
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4
4x/4 = x
15/4= 3.75 or 3 1/4
X=3.75 or 3 1/4
Conclusion:
For 6 ounces, it takes 3 1/4 of gallon.
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