Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation involving absolute value. (Enter your answers as a comma-separated list. If an answer does not exist, enter DNE.) |7x − 3| = −3

Solution

The equation given is:

7x3=3|7x - 3| = -3

The absolute value of any expression is always non-negative. This means the result of the absolute value function can never be negative.

Since 3-3 is a negative number, there are no possible values of xx that would satisfy this equation.

Thus, the answer is:

DNE(Does Not Exist)\text{DNE} \quad (\text{Does Not Exist})

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Tip: Always check the value on the right-hand side when solving absolute value equations—if it is negative, there is no solution.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Absolute Value
Equations

Formulas

|a| = b where b >= 0

Theorems

Absolute Value Theorem: The absolute value of any real number is always non-negative

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-10