CPM Homework Help : CC2MN Problem 3-123

Copy and complete each of the Diamond Problems below. The pattern used in the Diamond Problems is shown at right.

Generic Diamond Problem. One number, X, is located on the left side. The second number, Y, is located on the right side. The bottom number is the sum of the two numbers, X and Y. The top number is the product of the two numbers, X and Y.

Hint (a):
What do you multiply $-5$ by to get $-10$ ?
More Help (a):
Don't forget to find the sum!

Hint (b):
Using your addition and multiplication skills, try finding the sum and product of the numbers above.
Answer (b):
Product: $34$
Sum: $13.4$

Hint (c):
Using division, first try to find the $y$ -value, the number in the right of the diamond. Do your best!

Hint (d):
Follow the same method you used for part (c).
Answer (d):
Right number: $-5$
Bottom number: $-8$