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Water tank
Act 1
A video is shown of an octagonal water tank being filled. How long will it take to fill up the water tank?
Act 2
Further information is presented giving the dimensions of the tank, conversions, and a video with timer showing the rate at which the tank is filled.
Act 3
The answer is given in the form of a fast forward video with a timer.
Sequel
The filling activity is reversed, with the tank shown being emptied. How long will it take for the tank to drain?
Sequel act 1
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