Multiply and divide signed numbers and interpret sign patterns correctly.
Use sign patterns in multiplication and division
Problem
State the sign and the value of \((-3)~\times~(-8)\).
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Start with the sign pattern: the two factors carry the same negative sign, so their product is positive. Then ignore the signs briefly and multiply the absolute values to obtain the magnitude. Recombine sign and magnitude at the end so the response addresses both pieces the prompt requests.
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