The sum of three-fourths of the number a and 24 is positive 9. What is the value of a ?

Correct answer: B. -20

  • A. -44
  • B. -20
  • C. 20
  • D. 44

Explanation

The correct answer is Option B: -20.By solving the equation 3/4a + 24 = 9, we find that a = -20 after isolating the variable. Therefore, the value of a is -20.Options A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not yield the correct value of a when the equation is solved.

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