Evaluate the Algebraic Expression for the Given Values of the Variables

question 156

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the algebraic expression for the given values of the variables. $-$ x $-$ y for x = 9 and y = 3

• A) -12
• B) -6
• C) -9
• D) -14
• E) -10

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