x = number of desks needed to make
equation: 150 +15.50x >= 400
solution:
150 +15.50x >=400
15.50x = 250
x = 250/15.50 = 16.129
he needs to assemble 17 desks
15.50*17 = 263.50 +150 = $413.50
Okay so if you answer me in the comments I can help you but I need more explanation than that :)
Answer:
5 = |-5|
Step-by-step explanation:
Think of it as a number line, like in the picture below. The absolute value is how far a number is from zero (0). If 5 is 5 away from zero, then the opposite of 5 (-5) is also 5 away from zero.
Refer to the picture below for an illustration: