Answer
This statement is false.
Work Step by Step
When y is negative, the two expressions are not equivalent.
For example, consider x=4 and y=-2
|x−y|=|x|−|y|
|4−(−2)|=|4|−|−2|
|4+2|=4−2
6≠2
Algebra 1: Common Core (15th Edition)
by Charles, Randall I.
Published by
Prentice Hall
ISBN 10:
0133281140
ISBN 13:
978-0-13328-114-9
Chapter 1 - Foundations for Algebra - 1-5 Adding and Subtracting Real Numbers - Practice and Problem-Solving Exercises - Page 36: 64
Update this answer!
You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.
Update this answerAfter you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.
