Question

Evaluate |x + y|, for x = 8 and y = -15.

7
-7
23
-23

Answer 1

7

Explanation:

When evaluating absolute values, a great way to remember what they do is simple. No matter the number, whether it is negative or positive, the number(s) IN THE absolute values are ALWAYS positive.

So, |x + y| is then substituted with the numbers given for the variables.

|x + y|

|8 - 15|

|-7|

7

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