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What does absolute value of a number mean

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Explanation:

It means that the number is positive or 0. Nothing can be negative. It is just a definition.

y = abs(- 45678)

y = + 45678

The absolute value direction changes any negative to a plus.

If the number is a plus, it stays that way.

y = abs(45)

y = 45

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