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| n-3 |=2 solve and show work please

User Charlayne
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Answer:

n = 5 ; n = -1

Explanation:

n - 3 = 2

When you transfer (-3) to the other side of the equation, it turns into (+3).

n = 2 + 3

Evaluate.

n = 5

n + 3 = 2

When you transfer (+3) to the other side of the equation, it turns into (-3).

n = 2 - 3

Evaluate.

n = -1

User Pau Senabre
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Answer:

x=5

x=1

Explanation:

|x-3|=2

x-3=2

x-3=-2

x=5

x=1

User Beldaz
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