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Algebra / Linear equations in one variable Difficulty: Easy

If 3 x - 27 = 24 , what is the value of x - 9 ?

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Explanation

Choice B is correct. Dividing each side of the given equation by 3 yields x - 9 = 8 . Therefore, the value of x - 9 is 8 .

Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice C is incorrect. This is the value of 3 x - 27 , not x - 9 .

Choice D is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.