Learn How To Solve a Two Step Absolute Value Equation and Check Your Solutions

The video tutorial explains how to solve absolute value equations by isolating the absolute value and considering two cases: when the absolute value equals a positive or negative value. The instructor demonstrates the process by dividing, adding, and solving for x, providing a clear step-by-step guide to reach the solution.

What is the first step in solving an absolute value equation?

• Subtract a constant from both sides

• Multiply both sides by a constant

• Add a constant to both sides

• Isolate the absolute value expression

When solving absolute value equations, what are the two cases to consider?

• Absolute value equals a positive or negative value

• Absolute value equals zero or a positive value

• Absolute value equals a negative or zero value

• Absolute value equals a positive or zero value

After isolating the absolute value, what is the next step?

• Multiply both sides by the same number

• Add the same number to both sides

• Set up two separate equations

• Subtract the same number from both sides

What operation is used to solve for the variable after setting up the equations?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Division

What are the solutions for the variable in the given absolute value equation?

• X = 9 and X = 5

• X = 3 and X = 5/3

• X = 3 and X = -5/3

• X = 9 and X = -5