Javier writes an integer on a piece of paper. The absolute value of his number is less than 4. Which is true of the possible values of Javier’s number?

An absolute value less than 4 means the number is fewer than 4 units from 0. Therefore, Javier’s number must be greater than –4 and less than 4; since it is an integer, the possible values are –3, –2, –1, 0, 1, 2, and 3. Choice C states this range.

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