Solve 30 × (-2): Multiplying with Negative Numbers

Question

Complete the following exercise:

30(2)= 30\cdot(-2)=

Video Solution

Solution Steps

00:05 Let's solve the problem together. Ready?
00:13 Remember, when a positive number is multiplied by a negative number, the result is always negative.
00:22 And that's how we find the answer! Great job!

Step-by-Step Solution

Let's recall the law:

(+x)×(x)=x (+x)\times(-x)=-x

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

+30×2=60 +30\times-2=-60

Answer

60 -60