Question

alternatively, you can use the abs() function.
enter an answer of either |-4| or abs(-4) into the box below.
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Explanation:

The problem asks for either the absolute value notation \(|-4|\) or the function notation \(\text{abs}(-4)\) to represent the absolute value of -4. We can choose one of these as per the instruction. Let's pick \(|-4|\) (or \(\text{abs}(-4)\) would also be correct).

Answer:

\(|-4|\) (or \(\text{abs}(-4)\) is also acceptable)