Question

1. Solve the following equation. -5p = -75

Answer 1

15

Explanation:

-5 x 15 = -75

This is according to the rule -a ÷ a = -a and -a x a = -a. Where a negative divided/multiplied by a positive number equals a negative number.

-75 ÷ -5 = 15

-75 ÷ 15 = -5