SUMMARY
The calculation of miles per gallon (MPG) can be determined using the formula MPG = miles driven / gallons used. In the example discussed, a car traveling 260 miles and using 8.2 gallons results in an MPG of 31.707 when rounded to three decimal places. The equation used is 8.2 * x = 260, which simplifies to x = 260 / 8.2. This straightforward calculation demonstrates the simplicity of determining fuel efficiency.
PREREQUISITES
- Basic algebraic manipulation
- Understanding of units of measurement (miles and gallons)
- Familiarity with rounding numbers
- Knowledge of fuel efficiency concepts
NEXT STEPS
- Practice calculating MPG with different distances and fuel amounts
- Explore the impact of fuel efficiency on vehicle costs
- Learn about the environmental effects of fuel consumption
- Investigate tools for tracking fuel efficiency over time
USEFUL FOR
Students, vehicle owners, and anyone interested in understanding fuel efficiency calculations and improving their knowledge of automotive metrics.