Because of the high heat and low humidity in the summer in Death Valley,California,a visitor requires about one quart of water for every two miles traveled on foot.Calculate the approximate number of liters required for a person to walk 15 kilometers in Death Valley.
A)4.4 L
B)18 L
C)46 L
D)70 L

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15 kilometers is approximately 9.32 miles. Since a visitor needs about one quart of water for every two miles, they would need about 4.66 quarts for 9.32 miles. Since 1 quart is approximately 0.946 liters, 4.66 quarts is about 4.4 liters.

Because of the High Heat and Low Humidity in the Summer