Absolute Value vs. Order

The video tutorial explains the concept of absolute value as the distance a number is from zero on a number line, emphasizing that it is always positive. It compares the sum of absolute values with the sum of rational numbers, showing that the former is always greater. Examples using both integers and monetary values are provided to illustrate these concepts. The tutorial also includes a practice problem for viewers to solve, reinforcing the idea that the sum of absolute values is greater than the sum of the corresponding rational numbers.

What is the absolute value of -4?

• -4

• 0

• 4

• 8

If you add the absolute values of -10 and -12, what is the result?

• -22

• 22

• 0

• 2

What is the sum of -10 and -12 without considering absolute values?

• -22

• 2

• 22

• 0

What is the absolute value of -$25.50?

• $25.50

• $50

• $0

• -$25.50

What is the result of adding -$25.50 and -$21 without absolute values?

• -$21

• $0

• $46.50

• -$46.50

What is the sum of the absolute values of -9 and -6?

• 0

• -15

• 15

• 9

Which statement is true about the sum of absolute values and rational numbers for -27 and -3?

• 30 is greater than -30

• -30 is greater than 30

• 30 is equal to -30

• 30 is less than -30