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Evaluating Impact Deductions with Absolute Value

In a corporate risk assessment model, the formula p-|p| is used to calculate impact deductions based on a raw score pp. If the raw score pp is 14-14, recall the rule for the negative sign located outside the absolute value bars. What is the resulting numerical value, and according to the rule, can the result of this specific expression ever be a positive number?

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