Question

How do you convert $12$ pints to gallons?

Answer 1

$1\frac{1}{2}$ gallon
Explanation:
There are $8$ pints in a gallon.
Hence $12$ pints are equal to $\frac{12}{8}=\frac{3\times 4}{2\times 4}=\frac{3}{2}=1\frac{1}{2}$ gallon.