Question

multiply.
$-dfrac{5}{9}(-4)$
write your answer in simplest form.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the rule of multiplying two negative numbers

When multiplying two negative numbers, the result is positive. So, \(-\frac{5}{9} \times (-4)\) becomes \(\frac{5}{9} \times 4\).

Step2: Multiply the numerator by the integer

Multiply the numerator \(5\) by \(4\). We get \(\frac{5\times4}{9}=\frac{20}{9}\).

Answer:

\(\frac{20}{9}\)