SOLUTION: Translate the statement into an equation (multiple choice): "An unknown number is 27 units from zero" A) {{{abs(x-27)=0}}} B) {{{abs(x)=27}}} C) {{{x-27=0}}} D) {{{x+27=0}

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Question 168929: Translate the statement into an equation (multiple choice):
"An unknown number is 27 units from zero"
A) abs%28x-27%29=0
B) abs%28x%29=27
C) x-27=0
D) x%2B27=0
I think it's B, but I'm not sure. Thanks...

Answer by scott8148(5891) About Me  (Show Source):
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