1.5 Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities Flashcards
1
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Absolute Value
A
The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line and distance is nonnegative.
2
Q
Extraneous Solution
A
An extraneous solution is a solution of an equation derived from an original equation that is not a solution of the original equation.
3
Q
Tolerance
A
The tolerance equals one half of the difference between the maximum and the minimum values.
