How many pints are in 1 gallon?

To determine how many pints are in 1 gallon, it is important to understand the relationship between these two units of volume. The U.S. customary system defines specific conversions between various measurements.

In this system, 1 gallon equals 4 quarts, and each quart is made up of 2 pints. Therefore, if we calculate the number of pints in one gallon, we perform the following steps:

1. Start with the 4 quarts in a gallon.

2. Since each quart contains 2 pints, you would multiply the number of quarts (4) by the number of pints per quart (2).

The calculation is as follows:

4 quarts/gallon × 2 pints/quart = 8 pints/gallon.

This means that there are 8 pints in a gallon, making the correct answer 8. Understanding these conversions is crucial when working with various volume measurements in pharmacy settings, where precise dosing and measurements are vital for patient safety and effective medication management.