This study notes covers Worked Example 2: Multiplication within Negative Numbers for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Negative Numbers in Number for GCSE Mathematics with 12 exam-style questions and 22 flashcards. Use this page as part of a wider topic revision path rather than treating it as an isolated fact. It is section 7 of 14 in this topic. Use this study notes to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Worked Example 2: Multiplication
Calculate: (−6) × (−4)
Solution
Two negative signs = same signs
Same signs = positive result
6 × 4 = 24
(−6) × (−4) = +24
Practice questions for Negative Numbers
Which of these statements is true?
Aisha's bank account shows a balance of -45 pounds. She deposits 70 pounds. Explain what her new balance is and what the negative sign meant originally.
Quick recall flashcards
Using a number line
Draw a horizontal line with 0 in the middle. Negative numbers go LEFT, positive RIGHT. Moving right = adding, moving left = subtracting.
Double Negative Rule
Subtracting a negative = Adding. Two minuses make a plus: 5 − (−3) = 5 + 3 = 8