Convert `(8976)_10` into base 9.

Explanation

To convert the decimal number \( (8976)_{10} \) into base 9, we will use the method of repeated division by 9 and keep track of the remainders. Here are the steps:

### Step 1: Divide the number by 9
First, we divide 8976 by 9.

\[ 8976 \div 9 = 996 \quad \text{(quotient)} \]
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