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algebra

Solve: 38x=9\frac{3}{8}x = 9

A

16

B

24

C

3

D

72

Correct Answer: B

Choice Bhoice C is the correct answer.

  1. Multiply by 8: 3x=723x = 72
  2. Divide by 3: x=24x = 24
  3. Verify: 38(24)=3(3)=9\frac{3}{8}(24) = 3(3) = 9

Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Bhoice C is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because calculation error.