Solving an Absolute Value Equation Using Two Cases

The video tutorial explains how to solve equations involving absolute values. It begins by isolating the absolute value symbol and then creating two cases: one where the quantity inside is positive and another where it is negative. The tutorial demonstrates solving these equations and verifying the solutions to ensure they are correct.

What is the first step in isolating the absolute value symbol?

What are the two cases that need to be created when dealing with absolute values?

How do you solve the two equations created from the absolute value cases?

What is the significance of checking your answers after solving the equations?

Explain how both cases derived from the absolute value lead to the same result.