A school choir has 36 members. This year, there are three times as many returning members as new members. How many new members are in the choir this year?
Answer
A
12 new members
B
27 new members
C
9 new members
D
24 new members
Explanation
Let the number of new members be x. Then returning members number 3x, so the total is x + 3x = 36. Thus 4x = 36, giving x = 9. The choir has 9 new members, choice A.
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