If both a and b are negative numbers, then what is the sign when a is multiplied with b?

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A positive
B negative
C zero
D cannot be determined

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Answer: A. positive

The product of two numbers with the same sign is positive. So a negative times a negative, for example (-2) x (-3) = 6, gives a positive result.

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