Simplify the Following Expression $$| - 5 |$$

question 161

Short Answer

Simplify the following expression: $$| - 5 |$$

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Definitions:

Tuberculosis

A contagious bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body.

Epiglottitis

A life-threatening condition characterized by inflammation of the epiglottis, possibly leading to severe difficulty in breathing or swallowing.

Diphtheria

A serious bacterial infection that affects the mucous membranes of the throat and nose and can cause breathing difficulties, heart failure, and even death.

Venereal Disease

Another term for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), highlighting diseases transmitted through sexual intercourse.