Solve the equation . What is ?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C. -6

  1. Step 1: Move the constant to the right: . Divide by 9: . Answer: -6. Why not the others: -54: forgets to divide by the coefficient. -8: moves the constant with the wrong sign. 6: loses the sign.

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