How many ounces of pesticide formulation are needed to mix 5 gallons at a 2% dilution if the label specifies mixing 1.5 ounces with 254.5 ounces of water for a 2-gallon mixture?

To determine the correct amount of pesticide formulation required to mix 5 gallons at a 2% dilution, we first need to establish a relationship based on the information provided. The label specifies that to create a 2-gallon mixture using a 2% dilution, 1.5 ounces of the pesticide formulation is needed.

Since the provided measurement is for a 2-gallon mix, we can calculate how much pesticide is required per gallon. By dividing 1.5 ounces by 2, we find that 0.75 ounces are needed for every gallon of mixture.

Next, we need to figure out how many gallons we are making. In this case, we are creating 5 gallons. Multiplying the amount needed for one gallon (0.75 ounces) by 5 gallons results in 3.75 ounces of pesticide formulation necessary to create the desired 5-gallon mixture at the 2% dilution.

Thus, the volume of pesticide formulation needed for a 2-gallon mixture is proportionally accurate to the 5-gallon requirement, ultimately leading to the conclusion that 3.75 ounces of pesticide formulation is indeed the correct answer to achieve the desired dilution across the larger volume.