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simplify x^2\times (-1)

Solution

simplify

x^{2} \cdot (- 1)

Solution

- x^{2}

Solution steps

x^{2} (- 1)

Apply rule:

a (- b) = - ab

x^{2} (- 1) = - x^{2} \cdot 1

= - x^{2} \cdot 1

Apply rule:

a \cdot 1 = a

= - x^{2}

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is x^2\times (-1) ?
The solution to x^2\times (-1) is -x^2