Filling tank

A tank is filled to two-thirds of its volume. If 100 litres of water are pumped out, it will be only half full. What is the volume of the tank?

Final Answer:

V =  600 l

Step-by-step explanation:


2/3·V-100 = V/2

V = 600


V = 600/1 = 600

V = 600

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