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So i just learned multiplying negative number and i have to put them on a number line pls help

here is the Qustion
-2 x 5 =
please explain

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Answer:

the awnswer is -10

Explanation:

Remember a negative times a negative is the only time the answer will be positive. When a negative is multiplied by a positive it will always be negative.

ex:

-2 x 5

since this is a negative and a positive the answer will be negative. knowing that just multiply 2x5=10 then add the negative -10.

User Sacvf
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Answer:

-10

Explanation:

Alright, let me explain negative multiplcation.

A negative number multiplied by another negative number becomes a positive number. But a negative number multiplied by a positive number is still negative. Every pair of 2 negatives become positive. This is important. Make sure to remember that.

That's it! If you need more help then reach out to your teacher. I'm sure that they will be more than happy to help!

Hope this helped! :)

User Arkerone
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