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Course: Accuplacer
Exam: Accuplacer Arithmetic Full-Length Practice Test

Practice Question

Linda has borrowed 8 more books than Susan from the school library. Richard has borrowed half as many books as Linda has. If Richard has borrowed 17 books from the library, how many books has Susan borrowed?

Answer Choices

  • A: 25
  • B: 26
  • C: 34
  • D: 42

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Richard’s 17 books = 0.5 × Linda → Linda = 34. Susan = 34 - 8 = 26, matching option B.

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