What is the quotient of−71.24 ÷ 0.4?(1 point)
Responses
178.1
178.1
−17.81
negative 17.81
−178.1
negative 178.1
−1,781
−178.1
To find the quotient of −71.24 ÷ 0.4, you can perform the division.
Step 1: Divide the absolute values of the numbers:
71.24 ÷ 0.4 = 178.1
Step 2: Determine the sign of the quotient:
Since the dividend (-71.24) is negative and the divisor (0.4) is positive, the quotient is negative.
Therefore, the correct answer is: −178.1