Solving the Nested Absolute Value Equation: Resolve ||2-7x|-5|=7

Nested Absolute Values with Multiple Cases

27x5=7 ||2-7x|-5|=7

❤️ Continue Your Math Journey!

We have hundreds of course questions with personalized recommendations + Account 100% premium

Step-by-step video solution

Watch the teacher solve the problem with clear explanations

Step-by-step written solution

Follow each step carefully to understand the complete solution
1

Understand the problem

27x5=7 ||2-7x|-5|=7

2

Step-by-step solution

To solve this problem, we'll follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Consider the equation B=7 |B| = 7 , where B=27x5 B = |2-7x|-5 .
  • Step 2: Solve the two separate scenarios: B=7 B = 7 and B=7 B = -7 .

Now, let's work through each major step:

Step 1: Begin with 27x5=7 |2-7x|-5 = 7 .
This implies either 27x5=7 |2-7x|-5 = 7 or 27x5=7 |2-7x|-5 = -7 .

Step 2: Solve 27x5=7 |2-7x|-5 = 7 :

- 27x5=7 |2-7x|-5 = 7 becomes 27x=12 |2-7x| = 12 .

- For 27x=12 |2-7x| = 12 , solve 27x=12 2-7x = 12 or 27x=12 2-7x = -12 .

Step 3: Solve the equations derived:

  • Case 1:
  • - Solve 27x=12 2-7x = 12 , leading to:

    + (7x=10)(-7x = 10), hence x=107x = -\frac{10}{7}.

  • Case 2:
  • - Solve 27x=12 2-7x = -12 , arrives at:

    + (7x=14)(-7x = -14), so x=2x = 2.

Check for the case 27x5=7 |2-7x|-5 = -7 is invalidated since no real solution exists for absolute difference less than zero.

Conclusively, solving 27x5=7 ||2-7x|-5|=7 yields solutions x=2 x=2 and x=107 x=-\frac{10}{7} .

Therefore, the correct choice is "a and c correct".

3

Final Answer

a and c correct

Key Points to Remember

Essential concepts to master this topic
  • Structure: Solve outer absolute value first, then inner absolute value
  • Technique: |A| = 7 gives A = 7 or A = -7 creating two branches
  • Check: Substitute x = 2 and x = -10/7 back into original equation ✓

Common Mistakes

Avoid these frequent errors
  • Forgetting to consider the negative case
    Don't solve just |2-7x|-5 = 7 and ignore |2-7x|-5 = -7! This misses half the possible solutions. Always remember that |A| = 7 means A = 7 OR A = -7, creating two separate branches to solve.

Practice Quiz

Test your knowledge with interactive questions

\( \left|-x\right|=10 \)

FAQ

Everything you need to know about this question

Why do I get two cases from the outer absolute value?

+

Because absolute value equations like |A| = 7 always mean A = 7 OR A = -7. The expression inside can equal either the positive or negative version of the number on the right!

How many solutions can a nested absolute value equation have?

+

It depends! Each absolute value can create up to 2 cases, so nested absolute values like ||2-7x|-5|=7 can potentially have multiple solutions. Always work through all cases systematically.

What happens when I get |2-7x|-5 = -7?

+

This gives you 27x=2 |2-7x| = -2 . But wait - absolute values are never negative! This case has no real solutions, so you can discard it.

Do I always work from outside to inside?

+

Yes! Always solve the outermost absolute value first, then work your way inward. This systematic approach prevents you from missing cases or making errors.

How do I check if both solutions are correct?

+

Substitute each solution back into the original equation 27x5=7 ||2-7x|-5|=7 . If both give you 7 on the right side, both solutions are valid!

🌟 Unlock Your Math Potential

Get unlimited access to all 18 Absolute Value and Inequality questions, detailed video solutions, and personalized progress tracking.

📹

Unlimited Video Solutions

Step-by-step explanations for every problem

📊

Progress Analytics

Track your mastery across all topics

🚫

Ad-Free Learning

Focus on math without distractions

No credit card required • Cancel anytime

More Questions

Click on any question to see the complete solution with step-by-step explanations