SOLUTION: Write and slve an equation. the product of 4 and a number is -12 i dont understand why there is a negative in the 12 thanks for the help:))

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Question 370220: Write and slve an equation.
the product of 4 and a number is -12
i dont understand why there is a negative in the 12
thanks for the help:))

Answer by robertb(5830) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
4x = -12. Divide both sides by 4, to get x = -3. There's no problem with the negative in the twelve, it just means the solution is a negative number.