What happens when we multiply a negative integer with a positive integer?

Given:  A negative integer is multiplied with a positive integer.

To find:  We have to find what would be the sign of the number that is the result of the product of a negative number and positive number.

Solution: 

 

Example: Find the product of (–5) x 3.

Answer

Multiplication is nothing but repetitive addition.

(–5) x 3 = (–5) + (–5) + (–5) = –15

The result (–15) is a negative integer.