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x varies directly as y, when x = 5, y = 35. Find the constant of variation and equation of variation. |
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Answer» Answer: "y varies directly as x" MEANS that y = kx, for some constant, K.
k is CALLED the constant of variation
SUBSTITUTING in the given values, we have 5 = 35K.
So, k = 1/7 |
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