Question

5(-6)plus (-7)

Please help

Answer 1

-37

Explanation:

Well for the multiplication its easy because if it is different signs then all you have to do is multiply it normally the add the negatuve sign.

6×5=30

-6×5=-30

2. For adding negative number to a negative number you just add it on.

Answer 2

-37

Explanation:

Remember to follow PEMDAS and the left -> right rule.

PEMDAS:

Parenthesis

Exponent (& roots)

Multiplication

Division

Addition

Subtraction

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Also, note the rules of sign:

Multiplying...

Positive number and another positive number will result in a positive answer.

Positive number and a negative number will result in a negative answer.

Negative number and another negative number will result in a positive answer.

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Note the question:

5 x -6 + (-7)

First, change the sign for -6 + -7. Note the rule above and change the sign.

5 x -6 - 7

Next, solve. Remember to follow PEMDAS. Multiply 5 and -6 together

5 x -6 = -30

Then, combine the remaining terms.

-30 - 7 = -37

You're answer:

-37

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