If y varies directly as x, and y = 9

Cheyanne Leigh

Cheyanne Leigh

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2021-08-20

If y varies directly as x, and y = 9 when x = 2, what is y when x = -3?

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sweererlirumeX

sweererlirumeX

Skilled2021-08-21Added 91 answers

Use the direct variation equation:
y=kx
Solve for k when x=2 and y=9:
9=k(2)
4.5=k
So, the equation will be:
y=4.5x
When x=−3,
y=4.5(−3)
y=−13.5

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