Convert 1 quart to gallons.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to convert the volume measurement from quarts to gallons, which involves using a conversion factor for liquid measurements.
Answer
0.25 gallons
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is 0.25 gallons
Steps to Solve
- Identify the conversion factor
Identify the conversion factor between quarts and gallons. We know that 1 gallon is equal to 4 quarts.
- Set up the conversion
To convert quarts to gallons, divide the number of quarts by the conversion factor (4).
$$ ext{gallons} = \frac{ ext{quarts}}{4}$$
- Perform the calculation
Substitute the value into the formula and calculate.
$$ ext{gallons} = \frac{1}{4} = 0.25$$
The final answer is 0.25 gallons
More Information
A quart is a quarter of a gallon, so 1 quart is equal to 0.25 gallons.
Tips
A common mistake is forgetting to divide by the conversion factor or using the wrong conversion factor. Always double-check the conversion factor and ensure you are dividing or multiplying in the correct direction.
