Loui's goal is to use 228 gallons of water or less per day at his business. His water bill showed that 8,464 gallons were used in a 37-day period. Did Loui meet his goal? Explain how you decided.
1) Yes. 8,464 + 37 = 228 R7. The remainder can be dropped, which means that Loui met his goal of using 228 gallons or less of water per day.
2) No. 8,464-37 = 228 R7. The remainder means that Loui went over his goal of using 228 gallons or less of water per day.