1. Let's clarify the question: "Is Z negative?" This depends on the context or the definition of Z in your problem. 2. If Z is a variable or a value, you need to check its value or the conditions given in the problem. 3. For example, if Z is defined as $Z = -5$, then yes, Z is negative because $-5 < 0$. 4. If Z is defined as $Z = 3$, then no, Z is not negative because $3 > 0$. 5. Without additional information about Z, we cannot definitively say if Z is negative or not. Please provide more details or the equation involving Z for a precise answer.