Solve for x: (x + 9) × 8 = 216.
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Undo multiplication first: x + 9 = 216 ÷ 8 = 27. Then subtract 9: x = 18.
Solve for x: (x + 9) × 8 = 216.
Undo multiplication first: x + 9 = 216 ÷ 8 = 27. Then subtract 9: x = 18.