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Thanks Amil, would this also be a good approach?

(8/18) + x = 5/6 is the formula I start with. I add x to the 8 oz already in the glass. When I solve I get x = 7/18. So I am adding 7 oz.

by dowellmust

Thu Sep 22, 2011 10:07 am
Forum: Problem Solving
Topic: Orange Juice added
Replies: 5
Views: 1150

Orange Juice added

An 18 oz., glass is filled with 8 oz., of orange juice. More orange juice is added so the glass is 5/6 full. Which quantity is bigger the amount added or 6 oz.?

Please explain, thank you!

by dowellmust

Thu Sep 22, 2011 8:57 am
Forum: Problem Solving
Topic: Orange Juice added
Replies: 5
Views: 1150