How are multiplication and division with negative numbers similar?

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The john nash mall used 17,4000 kilowatt hours in may, with a peak load of 92 kilowatts. the demand charge is $5.95 per kilowatt, and the energy charge is $0.08 per kilowatt hour. the fuel adjustment charge is $0.017 per kilowatt hour. what is the total electricity cost for may?

You work for a landscape company that just got a contract to re-mulch a park. the area that needs mulching is 30 feet by 60 feet. they want a 3 inch layer of much on the area. the company has bags of mulch that cover 2 cubic yards that cost $4.00 per bag. how much will it cost the consumer just in materials to re-mulch the area (round to the nearest dollar)?