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Illustrative Math-Media4Math Alignment

 

 

Illustrative Math Alignment: Grade 7 Unit 7

Expressions, Equations, and Inequalities

Lesson 23: Applications of Expressions

Use the following Media4Math resources with this Illustrative Math lesson.

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Lesson Plans Lesson Plan--Rational Expressions--Lesson 1--Introduction to Rational Expressions Lesson Plan: Introduction to Rational Expressions

In this lesson, students will explore the fundamentals of rational expressions, a key concept in algebra. They will learn how to identify, simplify, and evaluate rational expressions by applying their understanding of fractions and algebraic operations. This lesson introduces students to the structure of rational expressions, emphasizing their similarities to numerical fractions and their role in algebraic problem-solving.

Key concepts covered in this lesson include:

Rational Expressions
Lesson Plans Lesson Plan--Rational Expressions--Lesson 2--Simplifying Rational Expressions Lesson Plan: Simplifying Rational Expressions

In this high school algebra lesson, students will learn how to simplify rational expressions by applying factoring techniques and identifying common factors. Rational expressions, which are algebraic fractions, can often be simplified by reducing common terms in the numerator and denominator. This lesson provides a step-by-step approach to recognizing and simplifying these expressions while reinforcing key algebraic concepts.

Key concepts covered in this lesson include:

Rational Expressions
Lesson Plans Lesson Plan--Rational Expressions--Lesson 3--Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions Lesson Plan: Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions

In this high school algebra lesson, students will learn how to add and subtract rational expressions by finding common denominators and simplifying algebraic fractions. Mastering these operations is essential for working with complex rational equations and solving real-world problems involving algebraic fractions. This lesson builds on prior knowledge of simplifying rational expressions and applying fraction rules.

Key concepts covered in this lesson include:

Rational Expressions
Lesson Plans Lesson Plan--Rational Expressions--Lesson 4--Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions Lesson Plan: Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions

In this high school algebra lesson, students will learn how to multiply and divide rational expressions by applying fraction rules and algebraic simplification techniques. Understanding these operations is essential for working with complex algebraic expressions and solving rational equations. This lesson builds on students’ knowledge of simplifying rational expressions and introduces step-by-step strategies for performing multiplication and division.

Key concepts covered in this lesson include:

Rational Expressions
Lesson Plans Lesson Plan--Rational Expressions--Lesson 5--Complex Rational Expressions Lesson Plan: Complex Rational Expressions

In this high school algebra lesson, students will learn how to simplify complex rational expressions—fractions that contain other fractions in the numerator, denominator, or both. Mastering this topic is essential for working with advanced algebraic expressions and preparing for higher-level math courses, including calculus.

Key concepts covered in this lesson include:

Rational Expressions
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 1 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 1 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 1

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Data Analysis and Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 10 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 10 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 10

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 11 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 11 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 11

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 12 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 12 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 12

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 13 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 13 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 13

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 14 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 14 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 14

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 2 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 2 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 2

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 3 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 3 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 3

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 4 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 4 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 4

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 5 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 5 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 5

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 6 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 6 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 6

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 7 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 7 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 7

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 8 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 8 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 8

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Factorial Expressions: Example 9 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 9 Math Example--Combinatorics--Factorial Expressions: Example 9

This is part of a collection of math examples that focus on combinatorics and factorial expressions.

Combinatorics
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 1 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 1 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 1

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Numerical Expressions

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This example demonstrates the division of two positive integers: 12 divided by 3. The solution shows that when dividing one integer by another, the result is a rational number. In this case, with two positive integers, the quotient is positive. The calculation is presented as 12 ÷ 3 = 12 / 3 = 4.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 10 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 10 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 10

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Numerical Expressions

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This example demonstrates the division of three integers: (-144) ÷ 12 ÷ (-2). The solution shows that dividing three integers, two negative and one positive, results in a positive quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: (-144) ÷ 12 ÷ (-2) = -12 / -2 = 6.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 11 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 11 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 11

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Numerical Expressions

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This example demonstrates the division of three integers: (-150) ÷ (-5) ÷ 3. The solution shows that dividing three integers, two negative and one positive, results in a positive quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: (-150) ÷ (-5) ÷ 3 = 30 / 3 = 10.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 12 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 12 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 12

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Numerical Expressions

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This example illustrates the division of three negative integers: -108 ÷ (-2) ÷ (-6). The solution demonstrates that dividing three negative integers results in a negative quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: (-108 / -2) / -6 = 54 / -6 = -9.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 13 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 13 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 13

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Numerical Expressions

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This example demonstrates the division of two positive integers: 12 ÷ 5. The solution shows that dividing two positive integers results in a positive quotient, which in this case is a mixed number. The calculation is presented as: 12 / 5 = 2 2/5.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 14 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 14 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 14

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Numerical Expressions

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This example illustrates the division of a positive integer by a negative integer: 14 ÷ (-6). The solution demonstrates that dividing a positive by a negative results in a negative quotient, which in this case is a mixed number. The calculation is presented as: 14 / -6 = -2 1/3.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 15 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 15 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 15

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Numerical Expressions

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This example demonstrates the division of a negative integer by a positive integer: -18 ÷ 4. The solution shows that dividing a negative by a positive results in a negative quotient, which in this case is a fraction. The calculation is presented as: -18 / 4 = -9/2 = -4 1/2.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 16 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 16 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 16

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Numerical Expressions

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This example illustrates the division of two negative integers: (-9) ÷ (-6). The solution demonstrates that dividing two negative integers results in a positive fraction. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 

(-9) ÷ (-6) = -9 / -6 = -3 / -2 = 1 1/2.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 17 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 17 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 17

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Numerical Expressions

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This example demonstrates the division of three positive integers: 20 ÷ 2 ÷ 4. The solution shows that dividing three positive integers results in a positive mixed number quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 

20 ÷ 2 ÷ 4 = 20 / 2 / 4 = 10 / 4 = 2 1/2.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 18 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 18 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 18

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Numerical Expressions

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This example illustrates the division of three integers: 48 ÷ 6 ÷ (-3). The solution demonstrates that dividing two positive integers and one negative integer results in a negative mixed number quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 

48 ÷ 6 ÷ (-3) = 48 / 6 / (-3) = 8 / (-3) = -2 2/3.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 19 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 19 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 19

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Numerical Expressions

Description

This example demonstrates the division of three integers: 24 ÷ (-6) ÷ 2. The solution shows that dividing two positive integers and one negative integer results in a negative quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 

24 ÷ (-6) ÷ 2 = 24 / (-6) / (2) = -4 / 2 = -2.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 2 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 2 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 2

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Numerical Expressions

Description

This example illustrates the division of a positive integer by a negative integer: 14 divided by -7. The solution demonstrates that when dividing one integer by another, the result is a rational number. In this case, when dividing a positive integer by a negative integer, the quotient is negative. The calculation is presented as 14 ÷ (-7) = 14 / -7 = -2.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 20 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 20 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 20

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Numerical Expressions

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This example demonstrates the division of three integers: (-72) / 2 / 5. The solution shows that dividing a negative integer by two positive integers results in a negative mixed number quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 

(-72) / 2 / 5 = -72 / (2 * 5) = -36 / 5 = -7 1/5.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 21 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 21 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 21

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Numerical Expressions

Description

This example demonstrates the division of three integers: 125 / (-25) / (-2). The solution shows that dividing a positive integer by two negative integers results in a positive mixed number quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 

125 / (-25) / (-2) = 125 / (25 * -2) = -5 / -2 = 2 1/2.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 22 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 22 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 22

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Numerical Expressions

Description

This example illustrates the division of three integers: (-144) / 12 / (-5). The solution demonstrates that dividing a negative integer by a positive integer and then by a negative integer results in a positive fraction. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 

(-144) / 12 / (-5) = -144 / (12 * -5) = -12 / -5 = 2 2/5.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 23 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 23 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 23

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Numerical Expressions

Description

This example demonstrates the division of three integers: (-150) / (-5) / 4. The solution shows that dividing a negative integer by a negative integer and then by a positive integer results in a positive mixed number quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 

(-150) / (-5) / 4 = -150 / -5 / 4 = 30 / 4 = 7 1/2.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions----Dividing Integers: Example 24 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 24 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 24

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Numerical Expressions

Description

This example illustrates the division of three negative integers: (-108) ÷ (-2) ÷ (-7). The solution demonstrates that dividing three negative integers results in a negative mixed number quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 

(-108) ÷ (-2) ÷ (-7) = -108 / -2 ÷ (-7) = 54 / -7 = -7 5/7.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 3 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 3 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 3

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Numerical Expressions

Description

This example demonstrates the division of a negative integer by a positive integer: -18 divided by 6. The solution shows that when dividing one integer by another, the result is a rational number. In this case, when dividing a negative integer by a positive integer, the quotient is negative. The calculation is presented as (-18) ÷ 6 = -18 / 6 = -3.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 4 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 4 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 4

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Numerical Expressions

Description

This example illustrates the division of two negative integers: -9 divided by -3. The solution demonstrates that when dividing one integer by another, the result is a rational number. In this case, when dividing two negative integers, the quotient is positive. The calculation is presented as (-9) ÷ (-3) = -9 / -3 = 3.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 5 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 5 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 5

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Numerical Expressions

Description

This example demonstrates the division of three positive integers: 20 ÷ 2 ÷ 5. The solution shows that dividing three positive integers results in a positive quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 20 ÷ 2 ÷ 5 = 20 / 2 ÷ 5 = 10 / 5 = 2.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 6 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 6 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 6

Topic

Numerical Expressions

Description

This example demonstrates the division of three integers: 48 ÷ 6 ÷ (-4). The solution shows that dividing three integers, two positive and one negative, results in a negative quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 48 ÷ 6 ÷ (-4) = 48 / 6 ÷ (-4) = 8 / -4 = -2.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 7 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 7 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 7

Topic

Numerical Expressions

Description

This example illustrates the division of three integers: 24 ÷ (-6) ÷ 2. The solution demonstrates that dividing three integers, two positive and one negative, results in a negative quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 24 ÷ (-6) ÷ 2 = -4 / 2 = -2.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 8 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 8 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 8

Topic

Numerical Expressions

Description

This example demonstrates the division of three integers: (-72) ÷ 2 ÷ 6. The solution shows that dividing three integers, two positive and one negative, results in a negative quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: (-72) ÷ 2 ÷ 6 = -72 / 2 ÷ 6 = -36 / 6 = -6.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 9 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 9 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Dividing Integers: Example 9

Topic

Numerical Expressions

Description

This example illustrates the division of three integers: 125 ÷ (-25) ÷ (-5). The solution demonstrates that dividing three integers, two negative and one positive, results in a positive quotient. The calculation is presented step-by-step: 125 ÷ (-25) ÷ (-5) = -5 / -5 = 1.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 1 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 1 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 1

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Numerical Expressions

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Example 1 demonstrates the multiplication of two positive integers: 3 × 5. The solution shows that when multiplying two positive numbers, the result is always positive. In this case, 3 × 5 = 15.

Numerical expressions are fundamental in mathematics, representing values through various operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. This collection of examples illustrates different scenarios of integer multiplication, helping students recognize patterns and develop strategies for solving numerical problems effectively.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 10 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 10 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 10

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Numerical Expressions

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Example 10 illustrates the multiplication of three integers: -5, 4, and -6. The solution demonstrates that when multiplying three integers with two negative numbers and one positive number, the result is positive. In this case, (-5) × 4 × (-6) = 120.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 11 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 11 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 11

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Numerical Expressions

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Example 11 shows the multiplication of three integers: -7, -5, and 8. The solution demonstrates that when multiplying three integers with two negative numbers and one positive number, the result is positive. In this case, (-7) × (-5) × 8 = 280.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 12 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 12 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 12

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Numerical Expressions

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Example 12 demonstrates the multiplication of three negative integers: -6, -2, and -8. The solution shows that when multiplying three negative numbers, the result is negative. In this case, (-6) × (-2) × (-8) = -96.

This collection of examples covers various scenarios of integer multiplication, helping students understand the rules governing the multiplication of positive and negative numbers. By presenting different combinations of negative integers, students can recognize patterns and develop a solid foundation for more complex mathematical operations.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 2 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 2 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 2

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Numerical Expressions

Description

Example 2 illustrates the multiplication of a positive integer by a negative integer: 4 × (-6). The solution demonstrates that when multiplying a positive number by a negative number, the result is always negative. In this case, 4 × (-6) = -24.

This collection of examples covers various scenarios of integer multiplication, helping students understand the rules governing the multiplication of positive and negative numbers. By presenting different combinations, students can recognize patterns and develop a solid foundation for more complex mathematical operations.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 3 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 3 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 3

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Numerical Expressions

Description

Example 3 demonstrates the multiplication of a negative integer by a positive integer: (-7) × 6. The solution shows that when multiplying a negative number by a positive number, the result is always negative. In this case, (-7) × 6 = -42.

This collection of examples explores various scenarios of integer multiplication, helping students understand the rules governing the multiplication of positive and negative numbers. By presenting different combinations, students can recognize patterns and develop a solid foundation for more complex mathematical operations.

Numerical Expressions
Math Example--Numerical Expressions----Multiplying Integers: Example 4 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 4 Math Example--Numerical Expressions--Multiplying Integers: Example 4

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Numerical Expressions

Description

Example 4 shows the multiplication of two negative integers: (-8) × (-3). The solution demonstrates that when multiplying two negative numbers, the result is always positive. In this case, (-8) × (-3) = 24.

This collection of examples covers various scenarios of integer multiplication, helping students understand the rules governing the multiplication of positive and negative numbers. By presenting different combinations, students can recognize patterns and develop a solid foundation for more complex mathematical operations.

Numerical Expressions