4. Ol the 90 gallons of water the average person uses each doy, is used outdoors.
   Mason wants to know how much water is used outdoors.
   (4) What is written as a decimal?
   
5. How much water is used outdoors? Complete the statement.
   Since of 90 is . the average person uses approximately ? gallons
   of water outdoors per doy.

To find out how much water is used outdoors, we can multiply the total amount of water by the percentage in decimal form. So, we take gallons and multiply it by :

gallons.

So, the completed statement is: Since of 90 is , the average person uses approximately gallons of water outdoors per day.

Did you know that the average person’s water usage can vary significantly depending on their lifestyle and local climate? In drier areas, outdoor irrigation can claim a much bigger slice of the pie, leading some households to use more water for yards and gardens.

And while using water outdoors is necessary for activities like gardening, it’s also crucial to do it wisely. Over-watering can lead to not only wasted water but also plant health issues. Use smart watering techniques, such as drip irrigation, and consider watering in the early morning or late evening to minimize evaporation!