To solve the equation [tex]\(-18 \cdot(\square) = 144\)[/tex] for the value of [tex]\(\square\)[/tex], follow these steps:
1. Start with the given equation:
[tex]\[
-18 \cdot (\square) = 144
\][/tex]
2. We need to isolate [tex]\(\square\)[/tex]. To do this, divide both sides of the equation by [tex]\(-18\)[/tex]:
[tex]\[
\square = \frac{144}{-18}
\][/tex]
3. Perform the division on the right-hand side:
[tex]\[
\square = -8.0
\][/tex]
Therefore, the value of [tex]\(\square\)[/tex] is:
[tex]\[
\square = -8.0
\][/tex]
