Math Problem Statement

|2x - 9| = 4

Solution

The equation provided in the image is:

2x9=4|2x - 9| = 4

This is an absolute value equation, which can be solved by breaking it down into two separate equations, because a=b|a| = b implies that a=ba = b or a=ba = -b.

So, we will solve:

  1. 2x9=42x - 9 = 4
  2. 2x9=42x - 9 = -4

Solving the first equation:

2x9=42x - 9 = 4 Add 9 to both sides: 2x=132x = 13 Now divide by 2: x=132=6.5x = \frac{13}{2} = 6.5

Solving the second equation:

2x9=42x - 9 = -4 Add 9 to both sides: 2x=52x = 5 Now divide by 2: x=52=2.5x = \frac{5}{2} = 2.5

Final Answer:

The solutions are: x=6.5orx=2.5x = 6.5 \quad \text{or} \quad x = 2.5

Would you like further details or have any other questions? Here are five related questions to explore:

  1. How do you solve more complex absolute value equations?
  2. What happens if the absolute value is set equal to a negative number?
  3. Can absolute value inequalities be solved in a similar way?
  4. What are the key properties of absolute value functions?
  5. How do you graph the solution for an absolute value equation?

Tip: Always check both solutions by substituting them back into the original equation to verify.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Absolute Value Equations

Formulas

|a| = b implies a = b or a = -b

Theorems

Absolute Value Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10