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Two integers, n and p, have a product of -10. What is the smallest possible sum of n and p? Explain your strategy.

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-5X2 because multiplies to -10
User Vamsee
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Answer: -5 x 2

Explanation:

Multiply −5 and 2 to get −10.

To end up with a negative make sure to put a negative number inside the problem with a positive number.

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