Which equation matches the sentence?

Column A Column B

1.

Three less than 9 times a number is 21.

2.

The sum of 3 times a number and 9 is 21.

3.

The difference of 9 times a number and 3 is 21.

4.

Nine less than 3 times a number is 21.

A.

3n + 9 = 21

B.

9n – 3 = 21

C.

3n – 9 = 21