The absolute value 
returns the "positive version" of a number.
In other words, if the number is positive, it remains positive; if the number is negative, it changes sign.
So, if we want 
, we want the "positive version" of x to be 9.
This can happen in two ways: if x is already 9, then its absolute value is still nine. If instead x=-9, its positive value will be 9 again.
In formula, we have
because
Answer:
d) 500 scoops
Step-by-step explanation:
looking at the trend of scoops sold per year, 500 seems to be the correct answer. let me know if this is wrong.
Equilateral because all sides are equal
Answer:
by doing it the same way you did with the first one.
Step-by-step explanation:
Slope-intercept form:
y = mx + b
"m" is the slope, "b" is the y-intercept (the y value when x = 0 or (0,y))
For lines to be parallel, their slopes have to be the SAME.
The given line's slope is 5/3, so the parallel line's slope is also 5/3
y = 5/3x + b
To find "b", plug in the point (3,6) into the equation
y = 5/3x + b
6 = 5/3(3) + b
6 = 5 + b
1 = b
y = 5/3x + 1
