Let a=any rational number. Is the absolute value of a different if a is a positive number or a negative number Let aany rational number. Is the absolute value of a different if a is a positive number or a negative number? Explain.
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Part 1
Choose the correct answer below.
A.
Yes. The absolute value is equal to the opposite of a number. So, their absolute values are not equal.
B.
Yes. Positive and negative values of a are unequal distances from 0. So, their absolute values are not equal.
C.
No. Both positive and negative values of a are equal distances from 0. So, their absolute values are equal.
D.
No. Both positive and negative values of a are unequal distances from 0. So, their absolute values are equal.
