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Test questions on evaluating absolute value expressions

Hey there! ๐Ÿ‘‹ Absolute value expressions can seem tricky, but with a little practice, you'll ace them! This guide and quiz will help you master the topic. Let's get started! ๐Ÿค“
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jamie_mills Jan 7, 2026

๐Ÿ“š Quick Study Guide

  • ๐Ÿ“ The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line.
  • โž• Absolute value is always non-negative.
  • โœ๏ธ For any real number $x$, the absolute value is defined as: $|x| = \begin{cases} x, & \text{if } x \geq 0 \\ -x, & \text{if } x < 0 \end{cases}$
  • ๐Ÿ’ก To evaluate an absolute value expression, first simplify the expression inside the absolute value bars.
  • โž— Remember to follow the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS).

๐Ÿค” Practice Quiz

  1. What is the value of $|-7|$?
    1. -7
    2. 0
    3. 7
    4. 14
  2. Evaluate the expression $|-3 + 5|$.
    1. -8
    2. -2
    3. 2
    4. 8
  3. What is the value of $|-4| + |2|$?
    1. -6
    2. -2
    3. 2
    4. 6
  4. Evaluate the expression $5 - |-2|$?
    1. -7
    2. -3
    3. 3
    4. 7
  5. Simplify the expression $|-6 - (-4)|$.
    1. -10
    2. -2
    3. 2
    4. 10
  6. What is the value of $|3 \times -2|$?
    1. -6
    2. -5
    3. 5
    4. 6
  7. Evaluate the expression $|-12 \div 3|$.
    1. -4
    2. 0
    3. 4
    4. 36
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