Negative Numbers Multiply and Divide Worksheets
21 October 2026
Multiplying and dividing negative numbers
Multiplying and dividing negative numbers is a key skill for the 11+ Maths exam. Understanding the rules makes these questions much easier for your child.
The rules to remember
When you multiply or divide two numbers with the same sign, the answer is positive. When you multiply or divide numbers with different signs, the answer is negative.
Worked example
Let's multiply -4 by 3.
First, multiply the numbers: 4 × 3 = 12.
Now, check the signs. One number is negative and one is positive, so the answer is negative.
The correct answer is -12.
Another example with division
Divide -20 by -5.
First, divide the numbers: 20 ÷ 5 = 4.
Both numbers are negative, so the answer is positive.
The correct answer is 4.
Key insight: Watch for sign changes
A common mistake is to forget the sign rules. Remind your child to check if the numbers have the same or different signs before writing their answer.
