Exploring the Division of Rational Numbers

The video tutorial explores the relationship between expressions with negative signs in different positions, such as negative a over b, negative a over b, and a over negative b. It demonstrates that these expressions are equal by evaluating specific examples and explaining the algebraic reasoning behind this equality. The lesson concludes with a summary of how to interpret the division of rational numbers.

What is the result of dividing negative 12 by 6?

Explain how the expression negative 12/6 is evaluated.

What do you notice about the placement of the negative sign in the expressions negative a over b and a over negative b?

How do you determine the sign of the quotient when dividing integers?

Summarize the relationship between negative a over b and a over negative b.