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A logistics manager is factoring the trinomial 18n237n+1518n^2 - 37n + 15 to analyze shipping volume patterns. While applying the trial and error method, the manager notes that the constant term is positive (+15) and the middle term coefficient is negative (-37). To ensure the correct product and sum, the manager must recall that both factors of the constant term will have a ____ sign.

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