Negative numbers - Multiplying and dividing
The rule for multiplying and dividing is very similar to the rule for adding and subtracting.
- When the signs are different the answer is negative.
- When the signs are the same the answer is positive.
Question
Calculate:
a) 5 × -4
b) -40 ÷ -8
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