Find Absolute Value of \( |-8| \) in Grade 6 Math - Math Solver AI

$Math Problem$

Mathematics Grade 6

Question Content

Find the absolute value of \( |-8| \)

Correct Answer

8

Detailed Solution Steps

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Step 1: Recall that absolute value is the non - negative distance from zero on the number line.
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Step 2: For the negative integer - 8, its absolute value is the positive version of the number. So, \( |-8| = 8 \).

Knowledge Points Involved

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Absolute Value of Negative Numbers

The absolute value of a negative number eliminates the negative sign, resulting in a positive number. This is because distance is always a non - negative quantity.

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