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Question 12 • Transition Mathematics for Seniors

The equation absolute value of p is equal to 2 represents the total number of points that can be earned or lost during one turn of a game. Which best describes how many points can be earned or lost during one turn?

Answer
A
negative 2
B
0 or 2
C
negative 2 or 2
D
2

Explanation

The absolute value equation |p| = 2 means p is 2 units from 0. That happens when p = 2 or p = −2, so the points can be 2 earned or 2 lost. Choice D, “negative 2 or 2,” is correct.

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