By what number should (-15)⁻¹ be divided so that quotient may be equal to (-15)⁻¹?

Solution:

Given, (-15)⁻¹ should be divided by a number so that the quotient may be equal to (-15)⁻¹.

We have to find the number.

Let the number be x.

Now, (-15)⁻¹ ÷ x = (-15)⁻¹

(-15)⁻¹ × (1/x) = (-15)⁻¹

(1/x) = (-15)⁻¹/(-15)⁻¹

1/x = 1

x = 1

Therefore, the required number is 1.

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Summary:

Quotient is the final answer that we get when we divide a number. (-15)⁻¹ be divided by 1 so that quotient may be equal to (-15)⁻¹.

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