Solve (-10) × 2: Step-by-Step Negative Number Multiplication

Question

Solve the following exercise:

(10)2= (-10)\cdot2=

Video Solution

Step-by-Step Solution

Let's recall the rule:

(+x)×(x)=x (+x)\times(-x)=-x

Therefore, the sign of the exercise result will be negative:

10×+2=20 -10\times+2=-20

Answer

20 -20