Question

How do you solve `|x - 1/2| = 9`?

Answer 1

`x=9.5` OR `x=-8.5`

Explanation:

The absolute will convert a negative value into an equal positive value so
`x-1/2=9` OR `x-1/2=-9`

`x=9+1/2` OR `x=-9+1/2`

`x=9.5` OR `x=-8.5`