Question

Define the Euclid's axiom which contains following equation
If $x=9$ and $y=1$, then $x-y=8$.

• A. Axiom 5
• B. Axiom 3
• C. Axiom 2
• D. Axiom 1

Answer 1

The correct option is B Axiom 3

If $x=9$ and $y=1$ then $x-y=8$

The Euclid's axiom used in this statement is Axiom 3 which states that "If equal be subtracted from equal the remainders are equal".