Setting background transparent

How do I set the background of an existing graphic to transparent?  I am using Photoshop Elements 9.

Use the magic wand selection tool or quick selection tool to select all of the white background then press Ctrl+I to invert the selection.
With your object fully selected press Ctrl+J and a new transparent layer will be created automatically.
Turn off the background layer by clicking the eye symbol in the layers pallet.

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