Question

Find the product of $\frac{-49}{23}$ and its multiplicative inverse.

• A. 1
• B. -1
• C. 0
• D. -2

Answer 1

The correct option is A

1

The multiplicative inverse of any rational number is its reciprocal.

Given rational number is $\frac{-49}{23}$

Hence its multiplicative inverse is $\frac{-23}{49}$

Product is given by $\frac{-49}{23}$ $\times$ $\frac{-23}{49}$ = 1