Dividing Negative Integers: Understanding the Rule

The video tutorial explains how to divide negative integers by using integer counters and introduces a rule that a negative integer divided by another negative integer results in a positive integer. The tutorial provides examples, such as dividing -12 by -4, and demonstrates the application of the rule with other examples like -14 divided by -2, -20 divided by -5, and -72 divided by -1.

What is the result of dividing -12 by -4?

Explain how many groups of -4 can be made from -12.

What rule can you remember for dividing negative integers?

Calculate the result of -14 divided by -2 and explain your reasoning.

What is the result of -20 divided by -5 and why?