Re: X, Y, and Z are unique digits in the correctly-worked subtraction prob
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10 Feb 2022, 14:10
We try plugging in the options here
Let's try C as it's the choice in the middle
If Z=0, our subtraction remains intact,
We plug in Y=7, then 14 - 7= 7, so we still are on the right track,
Now plug in X=8, we carry 1 and add it to X, so X=8+1=9
And, 17-9=8, voilà!
Our answer choice would be (C)
Visual representation here,
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