The following phrases describes a numerical value.

· the absolute value of 24

· the opposite of 24

Which of the following statements is TRUE about the relationship between the numerical values? (hint: find the number described in the phrases)

A. The opposite of 24 is equal to the absolute value of 24.


B. The opposite of 24 is the same distance from 0 on a number line as the absolute value of 24.


C. The absolute value of 24 is less than the opposite of 24.


D. The absolute value of 24 is farther from 0 on a number line than the opposite of 24.