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Does anyone know how to solve and graph this: 4 + | a + 2 | < 7the only part i don't get is the "4 +"

(c) the diagram shows the first three shapes of a matchsticks arrangement. first shape = 3second shape = 5third shape = 7given m represents the number of matchstick used to arrange the n'th shape.(i) write a formula to represent the relation between m and n. express m as the subjectof the formula.(ii) 19 matchsticks are used to make the p'th shape. find the value of p.

The elmina wilson company produces spaghetti sauce that is used in restaurants. the fixed costs total $1,329,050. the selling price per 64 oz. can of sauce is $12.40. the variable cost per can is $4.80. what is the break-even point in number of cans?