By definition, we have
So, we have to solve two different equations, depending of the possible range for the variable. We have to remember about these ranges when we decide to accept or discard the solutions:
Suppose that 
In this case, the absolute value doesn't do anything: the equation is
We are supposing 
, so we can accept this solution.
Now, suppose that 
. Now the sign of the expression is flipped by the absolute value, and the equation becomes
Again, the solution is coherent with the assumption, so we can accept this value as well.
Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
In the given equation, the "like terms" are the constants 5/8 and 44.
It simplifies the math if we eliminate the fractions first. Note that 0.75 = 6/8, so now we have:
8(6/8)s - 8(5/8) = 44).
Multiplying all three terms by 8 (above) yields
8(6s) - 8(5) = 8(44), or
48s = 8(44 + 5), or 48s = 8(49)
Dividing both sides by 48 yields s: s = 8(49/48)
Review "like terms:" These are terms that have at least one characteristic in common. 5/8 and 44 are like terms because they are only constants (no variables are present). We must add 5/8 and 44. 0.75s does not have a "like term" in the given equation.
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