Question

Which is equivalent to -36/3 ?
A. -12
B. -36/3
C. -(-36/3)
D. 36/3

Answer 1

A. -12

Explanation:

We can find the equivalent value of
`\sf - (36)/(3)` by reducing it.

We divide the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD), which is 3. The GCD of two numbers is the largest number that is a divisor of both numbers.

`\sf - (36)/(3) =- (36/ 3 )/(3/ 3 ) \\\\ = - (12)/(1) \\\\ =- 12`

Therefore,
`\sf - (36)/(3)` is equivalent to A. -12.

Answer 2

A

Explanation:

given

`(-36)/(3)`

This is equivalent to - 36 ÷ 3 = - 12