What can be multiplied to get 12 but can also be added to get -8?

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24-03-2018
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What can be multiplied to get 12 but can also be added to get -8?

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penfila11Pen penfila11Pen · Answer 1 · 2018-03-24T08:20:10+01:00

penfila11Pen penfila11Pen

24-03-2018

Hey there :)

Let us translate the words into mathematics!

Multiplied to get 12
xy = 12

Adds to get -8
x + y = -8

Product : 12
Sum : -8

-6 x -2 = 12
-6 + -2 = -8

Your answer will be -6 and -2

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