Question

Compare the absolute values. Determine which comparison is correct.

A.8<|−8|
8 less than Start Absolute Value negative 8 End Absolute Value

B. 7>|−9|
7 greater than Start Absolute Value negative 9 End Absolute Value

C. −8>|−9|
negative 8 greater than Start Absolute Value negative 9 End Absolute Value

D. 7<|−9|
7 less than Start Absolute Value negative 9 End Absolute Value

Answer 1

The correct comparison is D. 7 < |−9|. "7 less than the absolute value of negative 9."