Calculating Water in a Tank Over Time

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To calculate the amount of water in a tank over time, start with the initial volume of water at t=0, the rate of water entering, and the rate of water exiting. The basic equation can be structured as: Water in tank = (Initial volume) + (Rate of water entering × time) - (Rate of water exiting × time). This equation allows for the determination of the water volume at any given time by substituting the appropriate values. By breaking down each term into its respective components, the calculation can be simplified further. This approach provides a clear method for tracking water levels in the tank over time.
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How would I be able to calculate the amount of water in a tank after a certain amount of time when there would be a certain amount of water entering the tank with more water exiting the tank at the same time?
 
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is there an equation I can use?
 
is there an equation I can use?
 
Think about what information you have and what you're trying to find out. I presume you know:

At t=0 volume of water in the tank
the rate at which water enters
the rate at which water exits

This really should be enough if you think about the problem.
 
Try setting up a basic equation using simple statements in English, not variables first. Something like...

Water in tank = (Water previously in tank)+(water coming in)-(water going out)

Now try to figure out an equation for each term.
 

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