Learn How To Solve an Absolute Value Equation

The video tutorial explains the concept of absolute value as the distance from zero, emphasizing that it is always positive. It covers solving absolute value equations by isolating the absolute value sign and creating two cases for positive and negative solutions. The tutorial also highlights the importance of checking solutions to ensure they are not extraneous, especially when the absolute value equals a negative number.

What does the absolute value of a negative number equal?

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How do you isolate the absolute value sign in an equation?

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What is an extraneous solution in the context of absolute value equations?

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