28 quarts equal 7 gallons.
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To convert quarts to gallons, divide the number of quarts by 4 because 1 gallon contains 4 quarts. So, 28 quarts divided by 4 gives 7 gallons.
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Conversion Formula
The formula to convert quarts (qt) to gallons (gal) is:
Gallons = Quarts ÷ 4
This works because 1 gallon contains exactly 4 quarts. So, dividing the quantity in quarts by 4 gives the equivalent amount in gallons.
Step-by-step example using 28 quarts:
- Identify the number of quarts: 28 qt
- Divide by 4 (because 4 qt = 1 gal): 28 ÷ 4
- Calculate the result: 7 gallons
Conversion Example
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Convert 16 quarts to gallons:
- Start with 16 quarts
- Divide by 4: 16 ÷ 4 = 4
- Result: 4 gallons
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Convert 50 quarts to gallons:
- Begin with 50 quarts
- Divide 50 by 4: 50 ÷ 4 = 12.5
- Answer: 12.5 gallons
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Convert 9 quarts to gallons:
- Take 9 quarts
- Divide by 4: 9 ÷ 4 = 2.25
- Result is 2.25 gallons
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Convert 40 quarts to gallons:
- Start from 40 quarts
- Divide 40 by 4: 40 ÷ 4 = 10
- Output is 10 gallons
Conversion Chart
The chart below shows how many gallons correspond to quarts values ranging from 3.0 to 53.0. To use the chart, find the quart value in the left column and look right to see the equivalent gallons. This helps quick reference without calculation.
| Quarts (qt) | Gallons (gal) |
|---|---|
| 3.0 | 0.75 |
| 7.0 | 1.75 |
| 11.0 | 2.75 |
| 15.0 | 3.75 |
| 19.0 | 4.75 |
| 23.0 | 5.75 |
| 27.0 | 6.75 |
| 31.0 | 7.75 |
| 35.0 | 8.75 |
| 39.0 | 9.75 |
| 43.0 | 10.75 |
| 47.0 | 11.75 |
| 51.0 | 12.75 |
| 53.0 | 13.25 |
Related Conversion Questions
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Conversion Definitions
Quart (qt): Quart is a unit of volume in the US customary system equals one fourth of a gallon. It is often used for measuring liquids like milk or gasoline, and equal to 2 pints or 32 fluid ounces. Quarts measure capacity smaller than gallons but larger than pints.
Gallon (gal): Gallon is a larger volume unit in US customary system, used to measure liquids like water or fuel. One gallon equals 4 quarts, 8 pints, or 128 fluid ounces. It is convenient for expressing larger quantities of liquids, often used in household and commercial settings.
Conversion FAQs
Can I convert quarts to gallons for any liquid?
Yes, the conversion between quarts and gallons is volume based and applies to any liquid regardless of type. Because the units measure volume, it does not depend on the liquid’s density or other properties.
Why divide quarts by 4 to get gallons?
Because 1 gallon contains exactly 4 quarts by definition in the US measurement system. Dividing quarts by 4 reduces the quantity to the equivalent number of gallons.
Is the conversion same for dry quarts and liquid quarts?
No, dry quarts and liquid quarts differ slightly in volume. The conversion formula here applies to liquid quarts, which are used more commonly. Dry quarts require a different conversion if working with dry ingredients.
How precise is the conversion from quarts to gallons?
The conversion is exact when using the formula gallons = quarts ÷ 4 since it’s based on defined unit sizes. Precision depends on decimal places used when reporting the result.
Can I convert quarts to gallons using other methods?
Besides direct division, you can convert quarts to gallons by multiplying quarts by 0.25 (since 1 quart = 0.25 gallons). Both methods give the same result.