Absolute value is a mathematical concept that refers to the distance of a number from zero on a number line. It is always a positive value, regardless of the sign of the number.
To find the absolute value of a number, you simply remove the negative sign (if present) and keep the positive value. For example, the absolute value of -5 is 5, and the absolute value of 10 is also 10.
Absolute value and magnitude are often used interchangeably, but they have different meanings. Absolute value refers to the distance from zero on a number line, while magnitude refers to the size or quantity of a number.
There are a few rules for absolute value, including:
Absolute value has many practical applications in real life, such as calculating distances, determining the difference between two values, and solving equations involving absolute value. It is also commonly used in fields such as physics, engineering, and economics.