Question

When multiplying or dividing by a negative number, the inequality sign must be ___.

Answer 1

When multiplying or dividing by a negative number, the inequality sign must be ___.
Ans:positive

Answer 2

The Exception: Negative Numbers. There is one very important exception to the rule that multiplying or dividing an inequality is the same as multiplying or dividing an equation. Whenever you multiply or divide an inequality by a negative number, you must flip the inequality sign.