I have absolutely no idea on how I go about doing algebraic proofs. Geometric proofs make sense but the algebra ones are like greek. How should I think about doing a albraic proof. For example, prove that x multiplied by -1 = -x:confused::confused::confused:

Here's a thought.

A ring with identity is a ring R that contains an element and satisfies the

axiom

This is called a multiplicative identity.

Therefore,