Multiplying and Dividing Negative Numbers
This worksheet focuses on mastering multiplication and division of negative numbers, essential for advanced algebraic concepts.
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Multiplying and Dividing Negative Numbers
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Read each question carefully and solve the problems. Remember the rules for multiplying and dividing negative numbers.
1. Which expression results in a positive number?
(-5) × 3
10 ÷ (-2)
(-8) ÷ (-4)
-7 × 1
2. What is the product of -6 and -9?
-54
54
-15
15
3. When multiplying two negative numbers, the product will always be a number.
4. The quotient of a positive number and a negative number is always .
5. Explain the rule for dividing two negative numbers.
6. A submarine descends at a rate of 30 feet per minute. If it descends for 5 minutes, what is its change in depth? Express your answer as an integer.
7. The expression (-2) × (-3) × (-4) results in a positive value.
True
False
8. If you divide -100 by 25, the result is -4.
True
False
9. Use the number line below to illustrate the multiplication of 3 by -2. Show the jumps on the number line.
10. A deep-sea submersible is exploring a trench. It starts at a depth of -500 meters. It then makes three descents, each of 150 meters. What is the final depth of the submersible? Show your work.