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Solving Absolute Value Deviations in Machining

A machinist is measuring the alignment offset xx of a mechanical part relative to a central baseline of 0{}0. The offset must satisfy the equation ∣x∣=5|x| = 5. Based on the geometric definition of absolute value as the distance from zero on a number line, list the two specific numerical values for xx that make this equation true.

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