Exploring Absolute Value Concepts

The video tutorial introduces the concept of absolute value, explaining it as the distance from zero on a number line. It covers integers and their opposites, demonstrating how both positive and negative numbers have the same absolute value. The tutorial includes examples and practice problems to help viewers understand how to calculate absolute value and solve related problems. A challenge section encourages further exploration of the concept, and a recap reinforces the key points learned.

What does the number line represent in terms of integers?

• Both positive and negative whole numbers

• Only negative numbers

• Only positive numbers

• Only fractions

What is the absolute value of -5?

• 10

• -5

• 5

• 0

Are -7 and 7 considered opposites?

• Only in certain cases

• No

• The concept of opposites does not apply

• Yes

How is the absolute value of a number represented?

• Using bars on either side

• With a minus sign

• With a decimal point

• With a plus sign

What is the absolute value of 4?

• 4

• 0

• -4

• 8

If the absolute value of x is 9, what could x be?

• 0

• 9

• -9

• Both 9 and -9

Which number has a greater absolute value, 2 or -7?

• Cannot be determined

• 2

• -7

• Both have the same

What is the absolute value of -3?

• 3

• -3

• 0

• 6

What does absolute value measure?

• The positive value of a number

• Distance from zero on a number line

• The negative value of a number

• The sum of a number and its opposite

Can the absolute value of a number be negative?

• No

• Yes, but only in special cases

• Yes, always

• Only if the number is zero