SOLUTION: Okay I started an internet college algebra class, and I'm kicking myself for it! My website will not allow me to watch clips on solving problems... so I need help on figuring this

Question 555153: Okay I started an internet college algebra class, and I'm kicking myself for it! My website will not allow me to watch clips on solving problems... so I need help on figuring this problem due to I have 5 more just like it. Any help would be appreciated.
Here's my problem:
x=3 and Y=-2
[X]+[Y]=?
If someone could tell me what kind of math problem is called it would be appreciated!!!

Answer by nerdybill(7384) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Given:
x=3 and Y=-2
|X| +|Y|=?
.
Plug in the given values:
|3| +|-2| (notice: absolute value of -2 is 2)
3 + 2
5 (this is your answer)

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