SOLUTION: Does this have a solution? Why or why not? 6|x|+22=4

Algebra ->  Algebra  -> Absolute-value -> SOLUTION: Does this have a solution? Why or why not? 6|x|+22=4      Log On

Ad: Algebra Solved!™: algebra software solves algebra homework problems with step-by-step help!
Ad: Algebrator™ solves your algebra problems and provides step-by-step explanations!

   

Question 395956: Does this have a solution? Why or why not?
6|x|+22=4
Answer by solver91311(17059) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!




Add -22 to both sides



Multiply both sides by



Now you have something in the LHS that is always positive or zero and something in the RHS that is clearly less than zero. No solution.


John

My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
The Out Campaign: Scarlet Letter of Atheism