First, compute 6 + 2 = 8. We need an answer MORE than 8. • A: 1 + 7 = 8 → not more than 8. ✗ • B: 3 + 5 = 8 → not more than 8. ✗ • C: 10 − 1 = 9 → 9 > 8. ✓ • D: 4 + 4 = 8 → not more than 8. ✗ Final Answer: C: 10 − 1