The following phrases describes a numerical value.
· the absolute value of 24
· the opposite of 24
Which of the following statements is TRUE about the relationship between the numerical values? (hint: find the number described in the phrases)
A. The opposite of 24 is equal to the absolute value of 24.
B. The opposite of 24 is the same distance from 0 on a number line as the absolute value of 24.
C. The absolute value of 24 is less than the opposite of 24.
D. The absolute value of 24 is farther from 0 on a number line than the opposite of 24.