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Perform these computations. $$\frac{1}{3}(-123)$$

   Perform these computations.
$$\frac{1}{3}(-123)$$

Algebra for College Students

Algebra for College Students

Mark Dugopolski 5th Edition

Chapter 1, Problem 114

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04/24/2020

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The rule of multiplication states that the product of a positive number and a negative number is always negative. Show more…

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Key Concepts

Multiplication of Negative Numbers

This concept covers the rules and properties when multiplying negative numbers with other numbers. The key rule is that multiplying a positive number by a negative number results in a negative product, and this rule is essential in correctly evaluating expressions that involve both fractional and negative values.

Fraction Multiplication

This concept involves multiplying a fraction by another number. The process typically requires multiplying the numerator of the fraction by the number and keeping the denominator the same, or considering the number as a fraction with denominator 1 before multiplication. This is a fundamental operation in arithmetic that is used to scale quantities represented as fractions.

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