Absolute Values, Number Properties

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Absolute Values, Number Properties

by swerve » Fri Jan 10, 2025 1:58 pm

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Given that, \(M\) and \(P\) are integers with unknown signs. Which of the following information can be used to determine the signs of \(M\) and \(P?\) For example, the sign of \(-3\) is negative, while the sign of \(8\) is positive.

I. \(|M| + |P| = |M+P|\)
II. \(|M-P|=|P-M|\)
III. \(|M|-|P|=|M-P|\)

A. I only
B. II only
C. I and III only
D. I, II, and III
E. The signs of the integers cannot be accurately determined from the information provided

The OA is E