Math Problem Statement
|x + 1| = 6
Solution
The equation given in the image is:
To solve this absolute value equation, we break it into two cases:
Case 1:
Solve for :
Case 2:
Solve for :
Thus, the two solutions are:
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Here are 5 related questions for practice:
- Solve .
- Solve .
- What does the graph of look like?
- Solve .
- What happens if the right side of the absolute value equation is negative, like ?
Tip: When solving absolute value equations, remember to always consider both the positive and negative cases!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Absolute Value Equations
Formulas
|x + a| = b where b >= 0
Theorems
Absolute Value Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-8