SOLUTION: I'm not sure how to solve this: 9|9 – 8x| = 2x + 3

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Question 639110: I'm not sure how to solve this: 9|9 – 8x| = 2x + 3
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
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Set up the positive side equation:



Then set up the negative side equation:



Solve the two equations to find both elements of the solution set.

John

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