True! The absolute Value is just the value of the digit. -2+3=-1. The absolute value of -1 is 1. There is no other combination of numbers that would lead to this answer.
When applying indirect proofs, we assume the negation of the conclusion is true, and show that this assumption would lead to nonsense, or contradiction.
In our case we assume a is not smaller than 7, that is we assume a≥7.
a≥7 then, multiplying both sides by 3:
3a≥21, then, adding both sides 7:
3a+7≥28,
which is a contradiction because 3a+7 is smaller than 28.
So our assumption is wrong, which means the opposite of it is correct.
Answer: assume a≥7
Area= base x height
So, the base is 9 1/4 and the height is 18 feet
so, the Area= 9 1/4 x 18
9 1/4 x 18
= 166.5
You multiply 3/4 by 2/3 it equals 2/4 which equals 1/2. The answer is 1/2.
