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11-35.
x − 3 = 5 or x − 3 = −5
x = 8 or x = −2
Divide by 5, then solve.
x = ±7
Use the same method as part (a).
x = 1 or −3
Can an absolute value equal a negative number?
x − 3 = 5 or x − 3 = −5
x = 8 or x = −2
Divide by 5, then solve.
x = ±7
Use the same method as part (a).
x = 1 or −3
Can an absolute value equal a negative number?