The connection between 9 and 3 can be seen through multiplication: \( 9 \div 3 = 3 \) or \( 9 = 3 \times 3 \). None of the options (a, b, or c) directly represent this relationship as a connection. However, if you're looking for a number related to their product:
- \( 9 \div 3 = 3 \) (but that matches the number 3)
- \( 9 - 3 = 6 \)
In this case, option (c) 6 relates to a simple subtraction of the two numbers, as:
\( 9 - 3 = 6 \).
So, the best answer based on typical mathematical connections would be:
c) 6