If 30 - |y + 10| = 26, what is the sum of all possible values of y?

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-20

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-14

-8

-6

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Given: 30 - |y + 10| = 26. Subtract 30 from both sides of the equation: -|y + 10| = -4. Multiply both sides of the equation by -1 to get: |y + 10| = 4. Since |4| = 4, and |-4|…

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CharminglyMar 28, 2025

Love how you solved this

JaseemAug 16, 2024

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What this question tests

What it tests

Your ability to solve absolute-value equations and inequalities by considering both cases.

Common trap

Dropping the absolute value bars entirely or missing that |x| = k has two solutions when k > 0.