Question

the quotient of a number and two is negative 14.

Explanation:

Step1: Define variable for unknown number

Let the unknown number be $x$.

Step2: Translate to equation

Quotient of $x$ and 2 is $\frac{x}{2}$, set equal to $-14$:
$\frac{x}{2} = -14$

Step3: Solve for $x$

Multiply both sides by 2:
$x = -14 \times 2$

Answer:

$x = -28$