The expression given is:

\[
-2 \cdot \frac{3}{7}
\]

To simplify this:

\[
-2 \cdot \frac{3}{7} = \frac{-2 \cdot 3}{7} = \frac{-6}{7}
\]

Thus, the simplified result is:

\[
\frac{-6}{7}
\]

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Here are 5 related questions:
1. How would you multiply two fractions?
2. How do you add fractions with different denominators?
3. What is the result of dividing \(\frac{-6}{7}\) by \(\frac{2}{3}\)?
4. How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?
5. How do you simplify a fraction when both numerator and denominator share a common factor?

**Tip:** When multiplying a fraction by an integer, think of the integer as a fraction with denominator 1 for easier calculation!

Learn how to simplify the expression −2 ⋅ 3/7 by multiplying a fraction by an integer and handling negative numbers. This problem introduces concepts in fraction multiplication and integer operations, suitable for students in Grades 6-8.

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