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algebraWhich value of makes the equation true?
A
0.78
B
2
C
63
D
16
Correct Answer: C
Choice Ahoice C is the correct answer. To find which value satisfies the equation, we solve by multiplying.
- Start with the equation:
- Multiply both sides by 9:
- Calculate:
- Verify: ✓
The question is phrased as "which value makes the equation true," which means we're looking for the solution.
Choice A is incorrect because this results from adding: . Addition is not the inverse of division.
Choice B is incorrect because this comes from subtracting: . Subtraction doesn't solve division equations.
Choice C is incorrect because this results from dividing 7 by 9 instead of multiplying: . This applies division in the wrong direction.