JAMB Mathematics 1999 Question 10

Question 10

Binary Operations

If m∗n = m/n − n/m for m, n ∈ ℜ, evaluate −3 ∗ 4

  1. A.−25/12
  2. B.−7/12
  3. C.7/12
  4. D.25/12
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (7/12)

Explanation

−3 ∗ 4 = −3/4 − 4/(−3) = −3/4 + 4/3 = (−9 + 16)/12 = 7/12.