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What is the product of 6 and -7?
Being able to multiply and divide positive and negative integers makes it easier to simplify
and solve problems.
There are two rules to remember when multiplying and dividing integers.
The first rule says that when the integers have the same sign, the answer is positive.
It doesn't matter if you are working with multiplication or division.
If both signs are positive, the answer is positive.
If both signs are negative, the answer is still positive.
The second rule says that when the signs are different, the answer is negative.
This is also true for both multiplication and division.
It doesn't matter which number is positive and which is negative. The answer's still
negative.
So, what is the product of 6 and -7?
The product of 6 and -7 is -42.
Yes, it really is that simple!