Two containers of gasoline hold a total of 50 gallons. The big container can hold 10 gallons less than twice the small container. How many gallons does each container hold?

The big container holds 30 gallons and the small container holds 20 gallons

Step-by-step explanation:

Let

The big container = x

Small container = y

The big container can hold 10 gallons less than twice the small

x = 2y - 10

Total gasoline in both containers = 50 gallons

x + y = 50

Substitute x = 2y - 10 into the equation

2y - 10 + y = 50

3y = 50 + 10

3y = 60

Divide both sides by 3

y = 60 / 3

= 20

y = 20 gallons

Recall,

x + y = 50

x + 20 = 50

x = 50 - 20

= 30

x = 30 gallons

The big container holds 30 gallons and the small container holds 20 gallons