Level {{ currentStep }} / 4
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Distance from Zero

The absolute value is just a number's distance from zero. It's always positive!

Find
{{ i-11 }}
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Correct! Distance is {{ Math.abs(s1.target) }}.
Distance: {{ Math.abs(s1.pos) }} steps
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Find the Matches

Pop all bubbles that have an absolute value of {{ s2.target }}.

{{ opt.val }}
Great! Both {{ s2.target }} and -{{ s2.target }} have a distance of {{ s2.target }} from zero.
Tap to compare

Which is bigger?

Evaluate the absolute values first, then tap the center circle to choose the correct sign.

= {{ Math.abs(s3.left) }}
= {{ Math.abs(s3.right) }}
Perfect! {{ Math.abs(s3.left) }} {{ ['?','<','=','>'][s3.opIdx] }} {{ Math.abs(s3.right) }}
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Order by Size

Sort these expressions from least to greatest absolute value.

All sorted!
{{ idx === 0 ? 'Least' : (idx === 3 ? 'Greatest' : '') }}
= {{ slot.abs }}
Brilliant sorting!
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Master of Absolute Value!

You've proven that absolute value is just distance from zero. Great job exploring the number line!