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If x = -12, y = -3; find xy?



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Answer:

36

Explanation:

To find xy, multiply x and y

(-12)(-3) = 36

xy = 36

User Britzl
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Given that :-

  • x = -12
  • y = -3

To Find :-

  • Value of xy

Solution :-

When a negative digit is multiplied with negative digit then the result comes as positive digit .

→ x × y = (-12)(-3)

→ x.y = 36

So the answer is 36.

User Lei Li
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