D. y = 9 because it has a complete zero slope while the y-intercept of the equation is 9, so the equation is y = 9.
Simplify the ratio 8 to 2 to be 4 to 1
Now compare 4 to 1 and 10 to 1
4 is smaller than 10 so the ratio 8 to 2 is smaller.
We can treat this problem like you regularly subtract fractions. First find the common denominator, which is 15.
So:
5(x+6)/15 = 30/15 + 3(x-2)/15
(5x+6)/15 - (30/15) - (3x - 6)/15
As you already know the answer, I'm assuming you can do the rest.
Hope this helps!
