1. **Stating the problem:** Calculate the value of $\log_3 2 - \log_3 18$.
2. **Formula used:** The logarithm subtraction rule states:
$$\log_b A - \log_b B = \log_b \left(\frac{A}{B}\right)$$
3. **Apply the formula:**
$$\log_3 2 - \log_3 18 = \log_3 \left(\frac{2}{18}\right) = \log_3 \left(\frac{1}{9}\right)$$
4. **Simplify the fraction:**
$$\frac{2}{18} = \frac{1}{9}$$
5. **Express $\frac{1}{9}$ as a power of 3:**
$$9 = 3^2 \implies \frac{1}{9} = 3^{-2}$$
6. **Evaluate the logarithm:**
$$\log_3 \left(3^{-2}\right) = -2$$
7. **Final answer:**
The value of $\log_3 2 - \log_3 18$ is $-2$.
**Answer: A. (-2)**
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