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Is 2(–2) + 6(2) equivalent to (–3)(–3) + (–1)(1)? Let negative numbers be represented with a "–" symbol and positive numbers be represented by "+" symbol. Use a pictorial model to justify your answer.

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Yes they are equivalent

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Answer:

Yes they are equivalent

Explanation:

2(-2) = -4, plus 6(2) = 8 and

(-3)(-3) = 9, plus (-1)(1) = 8

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