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The recommended number of micrograms of Vitamin C per day is 2.

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The words \"\"the difference between the number of micrograms x of Vitamin C today and the recommended amount\"\" represent the absolute function \"\".

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The only real numbers greater than or equal to 0 are x - coordinates of points on the graph. So the domain is all nonnegative real numbers.\"\"

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Make the table of values to find ordered pairs that satisfy the equation.

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Choose values for x, \"\" and find the corresponding values for f(x).

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To draw the step function \"\" follow the steps.

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1. Draw a coordinate plane.

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2. Plot the points on the coordinate plane.

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3. Then sketch the graph, connecting the points with a smooth line.

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