Spiral Review #5

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What is the absolute value of a number?

Back

The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. It is always non-negative.

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Evaluate the expression |–5| + 8.

Back

The absolute value |–5| is 5, so |–5| + 8 = 5 + 8 = 13.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

Back

To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 4/5?

Back

The decimal equivalent of 4/5 is 0.8.

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What does the symbol |x| represent?

Back

The symbol |x| represents the absolute value of x.

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What is the relationship between |–6| and 6?

Back

|–6| = 6, because absolute value measures distance from zero.

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Back

Front

What is the result of |3|?

Back

The result of |3| is 3.

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If |x| = 6, what are the possible values of x?

Back

The possible values of x are 6 and -6.

Front

What does the inequality l-6l ____ 6 represent?

Back

l-6l = 6, so the inequality is =.