Question

A number, y, is equal to the difference of a larger number and 3. The same number is one-third of the sum of the larger number and 9. Which equations represent the situation? A. x + y = 3 and x minus 3 y = negative 27 B. x + y = 3 and x minus 3 y = negative 9 C. x minus y = 3 and x minus 3 y = negative 27 D. x minus y = 3 and x minus 3 y = negative 9

Answer 1

D

Explanation:

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Answer 2

D. x - y = 3 and x - 3 y = - 9

Explanation:

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