Y varies inversely with x and y = 5 when x = 2. Which is the inverse variation equation for the relationship?

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2022-09-02

Y varies inversely with x and y = 5 when x = 2. Which is the inverse variation equation for the relationship?

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Dale Rose

Dale Rose

Beginner2022-09-03Added 7 answers

the initial statement is y 1 x
to convert to an equation multiply by k the constant of variation
y = k × 1 x y = k x
to find k use the given condition
y=5 when x=2
y = k x k = y x = 5 × 2 = 10
equation is y = 10 x

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