It may also be zero. This is because of the way the absolute value is defined. The idea is, precisely, to get rid of the minus sign.
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When adding two integers, the answer will be positive if both integers are positive, or if one is negative but its absolute value is smaller than the absolute value of the positive integer.
The absolute value is always non-negative. So, the absolute values of zero and positive integers are the same as the numbers. However, the absolute values of negative integers are their additive inverses or additive opposites (or positive equivalents).Thus, for example, abs(-3) = +3
It's positive by definition. That's what the absolute value is.
Well, honey, the absolute value of a number is always positive, no matter what. It's like a magnet that repels negativity. So, no, it can't be both positive and negative at the same time. It's just not how math works, sweetie.
Absolute value is always positive. Absolute value is the distance away from zero. Ex: |-4| = 4 |4| = 4