Question

Given that p is an integer, q = -12 and the quotient of p q is -3, find p.

Answer 1

Solution :

Given q = -12 , quotient of p and q = -3

=> p/q = -3

=> p/( -12 ) = -3

=> p = ( -3 )( -12 )

=> p = 36

Therefore ,

p = 36

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