Answer:
24 guppies
Step-by-step explanation:
Assuming a linear relationship, the volume required per guppy is given by:
[tex]g=\frac{576\ in^3}{3\ guppies}\\ g= 192\ in^3/guppy[/tex]
The volume of the fish tank is given by the product of its length, by its width and its height:
[tex]V = 24*12*16\\V=4,608\ in^3[/tex]
The number of guppies that this tank can safely hold is:
[tex]n=\frac{V}{g}=\frac{4,608}{192} \\n=24\ guppies[/tex]
The tank can safely hold 24 guppies.
