Solve for Absolute Value

The video tutorial explains the concept of absolute value, which is the distance a number is from zero on a number line. It demonstrates that absolute values are always positive using examples like numbers 4 and -4. Real-world scenarios involving people moving in lines and walking blocks are used to illustrate the concept further. The tutorial also includes problem-solving examples to show how absolute values can be used to calculate total distances traveled.

What is the absolute value of -4?

• 8

• 4

• 0

• -4

In the scenario with David and Mary, how far is Mary from zero on the number line?

• 3 units

• 2 units

• 4 units

• 1 unit

How many blocks did Jonathan and Sam walk in total?

• 5 blocks

• 6 blocks

• 7 blocks

• 8 blocks

What is the absolute value of the distance Susan drove west?

• 2 miles

• 3 miles

• 4 miles

• 5 miles

How far did Susan and Tessa drive in total?

• 4 miles

• 5 miles

• 7 miles

• 6 miles