SOLUTION: Which number lies farthest from the origin? .8, 3, - 4, 9

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Question 40272:

Which number lies farthest from the origin?

.8, 3, - 4, 9

Answer by fractalier(6550) About Me  (Show Source):
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The number with the greatest absolute value is the farthest from the origin...that would be
9