Finding Absolute Value

Worksheet Description

This worksheet focuses on the application of absolute values in the context of basic arithmetic operations. It lists 24 problems where students are first instructed to perform addition between two numbers and then find the absolute value of the result. The problems include a mix of positive and negative integers, designed to challenge the student to consider the sign of the number when performing the addition. The format is straightforward, with each arithmetic expression followed by absolute value bars and a space for the answer.

The purpose of this worksheet is to enhance students’ skills in combining the concepts of addition and absolute values. It guides students through the process of calculating the sum of two integers, which may be positive or negative, and then requires them to determine the magnitude of that sum through absolute value. This dual-step process helps to cement their understanding of how absolute values work in conjunction with other operations. By practicing these problems, students develop a stronger grasp of how to navigate and simplify expressions involving both addition and absolute values.