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  • 22-05-2020
  • Mathematics
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If a = 1 and b = -3, what is the value of |a - 2| + |2 - b|?
A. -2
B. 4
C. 5
D. 6
E. 8

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allisonm76 allisonm76
  • 22-05-2020

Answer:

D 6

Step-by-step explanation:

1-2=-1 and the absolut value of -1 is 1

2--3=5

5+1=6

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altavistard
altavistard altavistard
  • 22-05-2020

Answer:

6  (Answer D)

Step-by-step explanation:

Given |a - 2| + |2 - b|, substitute 1 for a and -3 for b, obtaining:

|1 - 2| + |2 -(-3|)| =   1 + 5 = 6  (Answer D)

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