Solve the Equation and Check $- 9 y + 6 = 6 y - 9$

question 244

Multiple Choice

Solve the equation and check. $- 9 y + 6 = 6 y - 9$

• A) y = 1
• B) y = 4
• C) y = 7
• D) y = 3
• E) y = 2

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