Negative Numbers 3 (Medium)

So, you have made it to the third in our series on Medium Eleven Plus maths quizzes on Negative Numbers – well done! In the previous ones we have only looked at addition and subtraction. In this one we introduce multiplication and division with negative numbers. That may sound daunting, but they are quite simple once you understand the rules!

Here are some tips which will help:

• A negative times a negative equals a positive – e.g. -2 x -2 = 4
• A negative times a positive equals a negative – e.g. -2 x 2 = -4
• A negative divided by a negative equals a positive – e.g. -8 ÷ -2 = 4
• A negative divided by a positive equals a negative – e.g. -8 ÷ 2 = -4

I hope that helps to clarify matters! You would do well to learn these facts – you never know when they might come in useful.

So, now you are armed with the necessary information, it’s time to begin the quiz. Good luck!