Perform the Indicated Operations $$( 3 x - 8 ) + ( 6 x - 9 )$$

Multiple Choice

Perform the indicated operations.
- $$( 3 x - 8 ) + ( 6 x - 9 )$$

A) $9 x - 17$
B) $- 8 x$
C) $9 x$
D) $9 x ^ { 2 } - 17$