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In mathematics, the quotient is the number obtained by dividing one number by another number.

Rules and example of Division of integers

RULE 1: The quotient of a positive integer and a negative integer is negative.

RULE 2: The quotient of two positive integers is positive.

RULE 3: The quotient of two negative integers is positive.

Examples:

Rule 1: (– 8) ÷ (+ 4) = – 2

Rule 2: (+ 6) ÷ (– 3) = – 2

Rule 3: (+ 9) ÷ (+ 3) = +3

Rule 4: (– 6) ÷ (– 2) = +3

Rule:The quotient of a negative integer and a positive integer is negative.

$-  72  ÷  12  ÷  3  =  - 6  ÷  3$

Once again with the same rule:$-  6  ÷  3  =  -  2$

Thus, $-  72  ÷  12  ÷  3  =  -  2$