Not enough memory to sync?

When I try to sync, I get a message that my Ipad "cannot be synced because there is not enough free space to hold all of the selected items (additional 15.21 GB required)."  But I don't think I am trying to download that much.  What to do?

When you connect the iPad to your computer, it will show up in iTunes in the left-hand list. Cilck on it there and you get the sync window. At the bottom, of the window is a bar that shows how much storage space is available on the iPad. If you're adding pictures, videos or apps, there may be more than the iPad can hold. Go thru the various tabs and see what's being added.

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