Use unit analysis to answer the question. Fact: 231 cubic inches = 1 gallon
Suppose molasses is stored in a cylindrical tank 55 feet high and 100 feet in diameter. What is the volume of such a tank in gallons? Choices are rounded to the nearest ten thousand.
A) 12,930,000 gal
B) 3,230,000 gal
C) 60,000 gal
D) 3,330,000 gal
E) 3,430,000 gal

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The volume of a cylinder is calculated using the formula V = πr²h. First, convert the dimensions from feet to inches (1 foot = 12 inches). The radius is 50 feet, which is 600 inches, and the height is 55 feet, which is 660 inches. Calculate the volume in cubic inches and then convert to gallons using the fact that 231 cubic inches = 1 gallon. The calculation results in approximately 3,230,000 gallons.

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