Question

What is the absolute value of –8? Use the number line to help answer the question.

A number line going from negative 8 to positive 8. A point is at negative 8.
–16
–8
8
16

Answer 1

The absolute value is 8

Answer 2

The absolute value is 8

Explanation:

the absolute value of a number is always going to be positive. if you have a negative number and need the absolute number, you just put the opposit of the number.