How do you calculate the gallons needed for CL III (B) operations?

To calculate the gallons needed for Class III(B) operations, the correct formula is derived from considering the equipment usage time and the specific consumption rate of each piece of equipment. The formula multiplies the total number of pieces of equipment by the number of operational hours and the individual rate of fuel consumption per hour.

This method ensures that you take into account both the quantity of equipment being utilized and the duration for which it will be operational, coupled with the rate at which fuel is consumed. Essentially, by multiplying these three factors together, you arrive at a total that reflects the cumulative fuel requirement for the entire operation.

The other methods do not accurately reflect the needed calculations. They might misrepresent the relationships between the factors involved, such as incorrect operations (addition or subtraction) or failing to correctly represent how fuel requirement grows exponentially with both the number of equipment and the duration of their use. The correct calculation accounts for all elements properly, ensuring accurate planning and logistics for fuel needs during combat operations.