Problem 27 of 7
Create and solve an absolute-value equation for context A score differs from 85 by 4 points.
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interpret absolute value as distance and split cases.
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Context must describe exact distance or deviation from a target.
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1. Identify the target value and exact distance.
2. Write absolute value of variable minus target equals distance.
3. Split into positive and negative cases and solve.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Only one side of the distance equation.