Let A be an integer such that the absolute value of A is less than 5. If B is defined as B = A - 6, how many distinct values can B take?

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Given that A is an integer and |A| < 5, we can express this as -5 < A < 5. Therefore, A can take values from -4 to 4. The total number of values is calculated as 4 - (-4) + 1…

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CarolinaMar 2, 2025

thanks for posting

AlexisApr 1, 2024

Can someone explain it other way?

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.