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Complete the Related Multiplication Reasoning
publish date: 2026/05/07 19:46:52.565929 UTC
The book uses related multiplication statements to explain the two rules. Drag the correct conclusion into each placeholder:
| Division statement | Related multiplication | Conclusion |
|---|---|---|
| \(\dfrac{0}{-2} = ?\) | \(? \times (-2) = 0\) | So the quotient is (1) |
| \(\dfrac{-2}{0} = ?\) | \(? \times 0 = -2\) | There is (2) quotient |
Please drag and drop the selected option in the right place or type it instead
0
no
Correct Answer
(1) 0
(2) no
Explanation
For \(\frac{0}{-2}\): \(? \times (-2) = 0\) requires \(? = 0\), so the quotient is 0.
For \(\frac{-2}{0}\): \(? \times 0 = -2\) has no solution — no number multiplied by 0 can give \(-2\).
Reference
Mathematics for college students