Day 19: Absolute Value

Today in Math 6 and Math 6+ both worked with Lesson 2.3: Absolute Value of Rational Numbers. Mr. Giomini explained that absolute value measures distance from zero. It is always positive since you cannot travel a negative distance.

Student in Math 6+ can access their evening practice by CLICKING HERE.

In this lesson, students will be able to...

• extend their understanding of numbers to include absolute values.
• interpret the meaning of absolute values in real-world situations and distinguish comparisons of absolute value from statements about order.

Essential Understanding for Lesson 2.3: Absolute Value and Rational Numbers

1. The absolute value of a number can be described as the number's distance from 0 on the number line.