Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 1 - Introduction to Algebraic Expressions - 1.7 Multiplication and Division of Real Numbers - 1.7 Exercise Set - Page 59: 143

Answer

Positive.

Work Step by Step

We see that two negative numbers are both multiplied by negative one and then added, so their sum will be positive. When two negative numbers are divided, their sum is also positive. Thus, the resulting expression when the two values are multiplied will be positive as well.
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