Question

The product (-9 )x(-5) x(-6)x(-3) is positive whereas the product (-9)x(-5)x6 x(-3) is negative. Why?

Answer 1

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Explanation:

-9 x -5 = 45

45 x - 6 = -270

-270 x -3 = 810

The answer is positive because a negative multiplied by a negative equals a positive number.

-9 x -5 = 45

45 x 6 = 270

270 x -3 = -810

This answer is negative because a negative multiplied by a positive equals a negative number.