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Chapter 1: Q20. (page 30)

Evaluate each expression if a=-5,b=6 and c=2.8

2-b

Short Answer

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The absolute value of expression is4.

Step by step solution

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Step1- Order of evaluation

To evaluate any expression involving one operation, follow the below order of operation

  • First replace the algebraic expression inside the grouping symbols like matrix brackets ( ) with numeric expression
  • Perform the subtraction inside the bracket
  • Evaluate the absolute value
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Step2- Simplify the expression inside grouping symbol

To evaluate the value of given expression , simply the expression inside the bracket and then find the absolute value of expression as shown below

2-b=2-6=-4

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Step3- Find the absolute value of expression inside the bracket

The absolute value of -4=4.

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